Systems Security Engineer

**Overview**

SYSTEMS SECURITY ENGINEER (RDTE)

Bowhead is seeking an experienced Systems Security Engineer to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer networking concepts and protocols, as well as network security methodologies. The Systems Security Engineer will be responsible for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in security systems, conducting vulnerability scans, and applying system, network, and operating system hardening techniques.





**Responsibilities**

Essential functions for the Systems Security Engineer include, but are not limited to:


+ Conducting vulnerability scans and recognizing vulnerabilities in security systems.
+ Using DoD network analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities (e.g., ACAS, HBSS, etc.).
+ Conducting application vulnerability assessments.
+ Identifying systemic security issues based on the analysis of vulnerability and co...