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Information Assurance/Security Engineer IV (5828) (Kirtland AFB, New Mexico) (TS/SCI)

Kirtland AFB, New Mexico

Outside Analytics has become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in the next generation of Remote Sensing capabilities? At Outside Analytics we're on the ground floor of helping across the future remote sensing ecosystem across airborne, ground-based, and all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO), ! We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging mission systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs.

SMX is seeking an Information Assurance/Security Engineer IV to serve as emerging authority in information assurance engineering for all HADES Task Orders (TOs). The successful candidate will develop complex security solutions with considerable latitude across multi-classification enclaves. They will lead enterprise RMF authorization, design IA architectures, and direct risk/vulnerability assessment programs. They will provide expert guidance on DoD 8140 compliance, SwA standards, and authentication (IATT, ATC, ATO) for RSC ground system operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Exhibits advanced, wide-ranging experience, using in-depth professional knowledge, acumen, concepts, and company objectives to develop and resolve complex models and procedures.
  • Provides solutions to issues in creative and effective ways.
  • Understands the interrelationships of different disciplines.
  • Directs the application of existing principles and guides the development of new policies and ideas.
  • Understands and works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods, evaluating, and adapting complex techniques and evaluation criteria to obtain results.
  • Completes work that is reviewed upon completion and is consistent with departmental objectives.
  • Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
  • Adapts style and uses persuasion in delivering messages that relate to the wider firm business.
  • Frequently advises others on complex matters.
  • May be accountable, through the team, for delivery of tactical business targets.

Required Skills & Experience 

  • TS/SCI clearance
  • BS 10-12, MS 8-10, PhD 5-7

Desired Skills & Experience 

  • CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CompTIA Security+ Chief Engineer (DoD 8140 compliant)

 

Application Deadline:  December 28, 2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$120,000 - $175,000 USD

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The application deadline for this role is December 28, 2026