Field Engineer

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE’s Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

The Information System Security Officers (ISSO) ensure compliance with Air Force/DoD cybersecurity instructions, the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Risk Management Framework (RMF), corporate directives, and other government contractual security commitments. The candidate will be responsible for writing, implementing, and maintaining System Security Plans, architecture analysis and drawings, security controls, vulnerability management plan, and related artifacts required by government customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct weekly system audits, periodic self-inspections, and comprehensive investigation of computer security incidents.
• Provide periodic security training for personnel, system users and administrators.
• Apply information technology security principles and configure security settings on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems and networks in various operating modes; to include Servers/Clients, Windows, LINUX, PC Desktops, LAN management, secure network links and supported applications.
• Scan systems for vulnerabilities, compiles data, prepares risk assessments and mitigation plans, and prepares procedures for testing software and equipment. Duties may include hardware assembly, software installation and verification, troubleshooting, integration of COTS material, windows administration, as well as network device configuration and verification.
• Lead the integration and perform analysis of classified computing systems and networks operating in various secure configurations.
• Be willing to work flexible hours as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• BS in Computer/Network Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and 3 years of equivalent job experience.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Tenable Network Security Nessus, or similar.
• Proficient in MS Word, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.
• DoD 8570 certification of CompTIA Security+ CE, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Security Leadership Certificate (GSLC), Certification Authorization Professional (CAP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Certification within 6 months is required per DoD Directive 8570.01M (e.g., Security+, CISSP).
• Experience as an Information Systems Security Manager or Information Systems Security Officer, or with Systems security plan development.
• Assessment and Authorization experience.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must possess an active SECRET DoD Personal Security Clearance that is currently under Continuous Evaluation or within scope (5 years).
• Must be eligible to obtain Special Program Access.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Incumbent must be eligible for Top Secret DoD Security Clearance.
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to ascend into a simulator device.
• Able to climb onto simulator device hard-to-reach areas.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Focused visual concentration and active listening skills.
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 35 pounds and manual dexterity to bend, stoop, squat and stand for prolonged periods.
• Will occasionally have to move items over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to sit and operate a personal computer for long periods.
• Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities at multiple training sites.
• Limited travel may be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Position Type

Expatriate

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As „One CAE,“ we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at

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