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Principal Systems Engineer Security Clearance
Job in
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, USA
Listed on 2026-01-16
Listing for:
Everfox
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer -
IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient. Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world's most critical data and networks against the most complex cyber threats imaginable for more than 25 years. As trailblazers in defense-grade, high assurance cyber security, we have been leading the way in developing and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides. Our unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers and the critical missions they serve are what set us apart.
We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do. Our suite of cross domain, threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments and enterprise organizations to use data safely - where and however their people need it. At Everfox, we innovate, we invest, we achieve. We protect what matters most to our customers. And we offer protection like no other.
We do all of this so our customers can focus on what matters most... their mission.
Job Title:
Principal Systems Engineer Primary
Work Location:
Remote, USA (Northern, VA preferred)
Position Summary:
Everfox is one of the world's largest private cybersecurity companies. As a Principal System Engineer at Everfox, you will be joining our product development engineering team focusing on our Cross Domain solutions. You will be our primary interface with critical Government offices that provide regulations, guidance and oversight to our customer community. In this role you are responsible for monitoring and communicating many different activities as well as developing novel solutions to very complex regulatory, procedural and technical problems.
You will also interface with a wide variety of organizations within Everfox as well as many of Everfox's customers to analyze requirements, evaluate Government regulations and provide subject matter expert guidance on all matters related to cross domain solutions. The successful and highly motivated candidate:
* Solves ambiguous, high-risk engineering challenges
* Drives innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
* Influences technical direction across multiple teams and programs
* Serves as a trusted policy and technical authority for stakeholders, customers, and leadership What you will be doing:
Key Responsibilities 1. Government Relationship Management
* Maintain continual, clear and constructive communication between Everfox and multiple Government offices
* Formulate and implement strategies and approaches, ensuring that all activities are conflict-sensitive
* Build and maintain a network of contacts, including Government officials, employees, contractors, and Defense contractors to facilitate access and collaboration
* Facilitate open dialog between multiple organizations to resolve complex issues
* Conduct comprehensive analysis of Government regulations, guidance and advisory documentation
2. Technical Expertise
* Apply deep knowledge of engineering principles, cybersecurity standards, and industry regulations including NIST 800-53, DoDI 8510, DoDI 8540, Raise the Bar, and Common Criteria
* Provide high-quality, strategic policy and technical guidance to senior and executive leadership to shape Everfox activities
* Serve as a subject matter expert for complex system architectures to guide teams in selecting appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies
3. Reasoning, Problem Solving & Communication
* Diagnose complex policy and technical issues in ambiguous, time-sensitive environments
* Make sound decisions balancing risk, cost, schedule, and mission impact
* Clearly communicate technical rationale to engineering teams, leadership, and customers
* Draft executive and technical summaries of complex issues for multiple audiences
* Draft and deliver training material related to current Government regulations for Everfox employees
* Incorporate diverse technical perspectives to strengthen outcomes
4. Quality & Continuous Improvement
* Plan, coordinate, monitor and report complex analysis, documentation and design activities across multiple product development teams
* Evaluate and report adherence to various policies, procedures and best practices
* Develop, execute and monitor continuous improvement plans across multiple independent teams
* Define and enforce engineering standards and best practices Leadership & Influence At the Principal level, impact extends beyond individual contributions:
* Influence technical direction across multiple teams and programs
* Serve as a trusted advisor to program leadership and stakeholders
* Mentor senior and mid-level engineers
* Shape engineering culture, standards, and technical excellence
* Represent Everfox in technical forums, customer engagements, and design reviews
Required Qualifications
* An active (currently in use) - Secret clearance.
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
* 12+ years of experience in systems engineering and/or software engineering
* Deep understanding of Assessment and Authorization…
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