System Security Engineer

Actalent

📍 Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Full-time other-general Posted June 13, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: System Security Engineer
Job Description
The Systems Security Engineer (SSE) will act as the lead systems security authority in support of a DoD acquisition program. This position involves close collaboration with the Program Management Office (PMO) to manage and integrate all aspects of systems security throughout the program lifecycle. The role is primarily focused on systems engineering, with responsibilities in cybersecurity across requirements definition, architecture and design, integration, fielding, and sustainment.
Responsibilities

+ Serve as an independent authority for security risk, challenging assumptions and identifying vulnerabilities.

+ Ensure the program is appropriately postured across multiple security pillars, beyond just cybersecurity.

+ Collaborate with engineering teams and vendors to provide clear, actionable insights into program risk and mitigation strategies.

+ Develop, own, and execute a Program Protect...