HII Mission Technologies Division
Columbia, Maryland
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers' greatest challenges. We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn't always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done-while having the flexibility to work from home when needed to achieve focused results. Why Enlighten? At Enlighten, our team's unwavering work ethic, top talent and celebration of innovative ideas have helped us thrive. We know that our employees are essential to our company's success, so we seek to take care of you as much as you take care of us. Here are a few highlights of our benefits package: • 100% paid employee premium for healthcare, vision and dental plans. • 10% 401k benefit. • Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays. • Education/training allowances. Anticipated Salary Range: $133,073.00 - $185,000.00. The salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, Enlighten takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function, internal equity and a candidate's education or training, work experience, certifications and key skills. Occasionally positions/roles may include additional non-recurrent compensation and will be addressed by the recruiter during the interview process. Job Description Enlighten is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Senior Product Owner to lead the vision, development, and success of our next-generation Data Lakehouse platform. In this role, you will be the central figure driving a product designed to empower Department of War (DoW) cyber operators with unparalleled data access and analytical capabilities. You will immerse yourself in our customers' environment, translating their complex operational challenges into a strategic product roadmap and a prioritized backlog for our engineering teams. Your ultimate goal is to deliver products that provide a decisive information advantage for our nation's cyber defenders. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with some onsite work 1-2 days a week in Columbia, MD as well as travel up to 25% to support customers CONUS and OCONUS as necessary. Level Essential Job Responsibilities Own the Product Vision: Define, own, and evangelize the product vision and roadmap, ensuring alignment with both customer mission needs and our company's strategic goals. Drive the Backlog: Develop, maintain, and prioritize the product backlog with detailed user stories, epics, and clear acceptance criteria. Your work will provide the engineering team with the clarity needed to build the right solution. Engage the User: Act as the primary interface with DoD cyber stakeholders. Conduct in-depth discovery to deeply understand the workflows, data challenges, and desired outcomes of cyber analysts, threat hunters, and mission commanders. Engage Product Owners (POs): Conduct regular engagements with other POs within the company Customer Experience Group (CEG). Gather and assess insights from other POs to correlate customer feedback on our products to help guide new feature development. Translate Mission to Code: Convert high-level mission requirements into actionable, technical product requirements. You will be comfortable discussing data ingestion patterns, query optimization, analytics integrations, and API specifications with the development team. Validate software: Thoroughly validate software changes against user stories, design documents, and acceptance criteria defined by POs. Ensure all developed features meet functional and non-functional requirements. Communicate Value: Articulate the platform's technical capabilities and their direct impact on mission outcomes to diverse audiences, from hands-on operators to senior military leadership. Support Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with business development and marketing teams to shape product messaging, support proposals, and develop compelling demonstrations that resonate with the unique culture and requirements of the DoD. Measure Success: Define and analyze key metrics to measure product performance, user adoption, and mission impact, using the insights to guide future product iterations. Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Security Clearance: A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is highly desired, but not required to start. Will need to be able to obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required. 9+ years in DoD cyber, agile development, and/or big data with a B.A. in Business, a technical field, or related; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. 5+ years of experience in a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Technical Program Manager role within an Agile software development environment. Demonstrated understanding of modern data architectures, including concepts like data lakes, data warehousing, and big data technologies. Professional experience within the cybersecurity domain (e.g., Security Operations Center (SOC), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Defense, Incident Response). Proven ability to work effectively with DoD or other Federal Government customers, with an understanding of their operational environment and procurement processes. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for making complex technical subjects accessible to varied audiences. Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, sometimes on short notice CONUS and OCONUS. Ability to work on customer site 1-2 days a week in Columbia, MD. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed. Preferred Requirements DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.Hands-on experience with cloud-native data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or AWS/Azure data services. Experience in a customer-facing technical role (e.g., Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect) within the GovCon IT space. A strong understanding of the data lifecycle within a typical cyber security context. We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at .
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers' greatest challenges. We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn't always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done-while having the flexibility to work from home when needed to achieve focused results. Why Enlighten? At Enlighten, our team's unwavering work ethic, top talent and celebration of innovative ideas have helped us thrive. We know that our employees are essential to our company's success, so we seek to take care of you as much as you take care of us. Here are a few highlights of our benefits package: • 100% paid employee premium for healthcare, vision and dental plans. • 10% 401k benefit. • Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays. • Education/training allowances. Anticipated Salary Range: $133,073.00 - $185,000.00. The salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, Enlighten takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function, internal equity and a candidate's education or training, work experience, certifications and key skills. Occasionally positions/roles may include additional non-recurrent compensation and will be addressed by the recruiter during the interview process. Job Description Enlighten is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Senior Product Owner to lead the vision, development, and success of our next-generation Data Lakehouse platform. In this role, you will be the central figure driving a product designed to empower Department of War (DoW) cyber operators with unparalleled data access and analytical capabilities. You will immerse yourself in our customers' environment, translating their complex operational challenges into a strategic product roadmap and a prioritized backlog for our engineering teams. Your ultimate goal is to deliver products that provide a decisive information advantage for our nation's cyber defenders. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with some onsite work 1-2 days a week in Columbia, MD as well as travel up to 25% to support customers CONUS and OCONUS as necessary. Level Essential Job Responsibilities Own the Product Vision: Define, own, and evangelize the product vision and roadmap, ensuring alignment with both customer mission needs and our company's strategic goals. Drive the Backlog: Develop, maintain, and prioritize the product backlog with detailed user stories, epics, and clear acceptance criteria. Your work will provide the engineering team with the clarity needed to build the right solution. Engage the User: Act as the primary interface with DoD cyber stakeholders. Conduct in-depth discovery to deeply understand the workflows, data challenges, and desired outcomes of cyber analysts, threat hunters, and mission commanders. Engage Product Owners (POs): Conduct regular engagements with other POs within the company Customer Experience Group (CEG). Gather and assess insights from other POs to correlate customer feedback on our products to help guide new feature development. Translate Mission to Code: Convert high-level mission requirements into actionable, technical product requirements. You will be comfortable discussing data ingestion patterns, query optimization, analytics integrations, and API specifications with the development team. Validate software: Thoroughly validate software changes against user stories, design documents, and acceptance criteria defined by POs. Ensure all developed features meet functional and non-functional requirements. Communicate Value: Articulate the platform's technical capabilities and their direct impact on mission outcomes to diverse audiences, from hands-on operators to senior military leadership. Support Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with business development and marketing teams to shape product messaging, support proposals, and develop compelling demonstrations that resonate with the unique culture and requirements of the DoD. Measure Success: Define and analyze key metrics to measure product performance, user adoption, and mission impact, using the insights to guide future product iterations. Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Security Clearance: A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is highly desired, but not required to start. Will need to be able to obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required. 9+ years in DoD cyber, agile development, and/or big data with a B.A. in Business, a technical field, or related; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. 5+ years of experience in a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Technical Program Manager role within an Agile software development environment. Demonstrated understanding of modern data architectures, including concepts like data lakes, data warehousing, and big data technologies. Professional experience within the cybersecurity domain (e.g., Security Operations Center (SOC), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Defense, Incident Response). Proven ability to work effectively with DoD or other Federal Government customers, with an understanding of their operational environment and procurement processes. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for making complex technical subjects accessible to varied audiences. Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, sometimes on short notice CONUS and OCONUS. Ability to work on customer site 1-2 days a week in Columbia, MD. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed. Preferred Requirements DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.Hands-on experience with cloud-native data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or AWS/Azure data services. Experience in a customer-facing technical role (e.g., Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect) within the GovCon IT space. A strong understanding of the data lifecycle within a typical cyber security context. We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at .
HII Mission Technologies Division
Requisition Number: 27874 Required Travel: 11 - 25% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $116,771.00 - $150,000.00 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture: Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Job Description HII Mission Technologies Division's Fighters and Advanced Aircraft and Bombers Team seeks a senior-level System Cybersecurity Analyst ready to make an immediate impact in the development and integration of communications, navigation, weapons delivery, and propulsion system modifications on world-class Department of Defense/United States Air Force Fighter and Bomber Aircraft. The System Cybersecurity Analyst is part of a team providing expertise and technical management support to acquisition program managers. This individual will be responsible for following Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes for weapon systems that will generate unclassified and classified data. As part of this process, the applicant will develop, coordinate, and maintain all documentation required for A&A packages in achieving an Interim Approval to Test and an Authority to Operate as required by the acquisition program. The applicant will develop the cybersecurity assessment required in support of the Command's Platform Information Technology system acquisition and/or modifications. Additionally, they will be responsible for reviewing supporting program documentation such as, but not limited to: Information Support Plans, Concepts of Operation, System Requirements Documents, Initial Capabilities Documents, Program Protection Plans, and Capabilities Description Documents. Location: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH (On-Site) Essential Job Responsibilities Cyber Architect 3 Salary: $98,2800- $120,000 Cyber Architect 4 Salary: $116,771- $142,000 Cyber Architect 5 Salary: $140,777- $165,000 • Experience in Department of Defense and/or United States Air Force acquisition programs and cybersecurity is required • Experience conducting A&A activities under the DoD RMF • Candidate must be self-motivated and experienced to perform with little supervision • Candidate should have a demonstrated technical understanding aircraft communications, navigation, and other aviation related information systems • Must have strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external customers Minimum Qualifications Cyber Architect 3 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field Cyber Architect 4 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field Cyber Architect 5 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field • Relevant experience is defined as performance of Cybersecurity-related activities on a Department of Defense system (Preferably a U.S. Air Force Aircraft System) or on a Communications, Navigation, or other aircraft system • Secret-level security clearance minimum at the time of application with the ability to obtain a TS-level security clearance • The candidate must be self-motivated, able to work in a team, willing to learn new concepts and processes, and able to take constructive criticism and adapt/learn from mistakes • The candidate must be able to works independently and in a team to create quality products on time • The candidate must be able to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing • The candidate must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Preferred Requirements Cybersecurity-related certifications Physical Requirements Work will be in a typical office environment. Light lifting may be required. Building temperatures may fluctuate beteen hot and cold during seasonal transitions. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k ; financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1- for assistance. Press for HII Mission Technologies.
Requisition Number: 27874 Required Travel: 11 - 25% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $116,771.00 - $150,000.00 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture: Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Job Description HII Mission Technologies Division's Fighters and Advanced Aircraft and Bombers Team seeks a senior-level System Cybersecurity Analyst ready to make an immediate impact in the development and integration of communications, navigation, weapons delivery, and propulsion system modifications on world-class Department of Defense/United States Air Force Fighter and Bomber Aircraft. The System Cybersecurity Analyst is part of a team providing expertise and technical management support to acquisition program managers. This individual will be responsible for following Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes for weapon systems that will generate unclassified and classified data. As part of this process, the applicant will develop, coordinate, and maintain all documentation required for A&A packages in achieving an Interim Approval to Test and an Authority to Operate as required by the acquisition program. The applicant will develop the cybersecurity assessment required in support of the Command's Platform Information Technology system acquisition and/or modifications. Additionally, they will be responsible for reviewing supporting program documentation such as, but not limited to: Information Support Plans, Concepts of Operation, System Requirements Documents, Initial Capabilities Documents, Program Protection Plans, and Capabilities Description Documents. Location: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH (On-Site) Essential Job Responsibilities Cyber Architect 3 Salary: $98,2800- $120,000 Cyber Architect 4 Salary: $116,771- $142,000 Cyber Architect 5 Salary: $140,777- $165,000 • Experience in Department of Defense and/or United States Air Force acquisition programs and cybersecurity is required • Experience conducting A&A activities under the DoD RMF • Candidate must be self-motivated and experienced to perform with little supervision • Candidate should have a demonstrated technical understanding aircraft communications, navigation, and other aviation related information systems • Must have strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external customers Minimum Qualifications Cyber Architect 3 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field Cyber Architect 4 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field Cyber Architect 5 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field • Relevant experience is defined as performance of Cybersecurity-related activities on a Department of Defense system (Preferably a U.S. Air Force Aircraft System) or on a Communications, Navigation, or other aircraft system • Secret-level security clearance minimum at the time of application with the ability to obtain a TS-level security clearance • The candidate must be self-motivated, able to work in a team, willing to learn new concepts and processes, and able to take constructive criticism and adapt/learn from mistakes • The candidate must be able to works independently and in a team to create quality products on time • The candidate must be able to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing • The candidate must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Preferred Requirements Cybersecurity-related certifications Physical Requirements Work will be in a typical office environment. Light lifting may be required. Building temperatures may fluctuate beteen hot and cold during seasonal transitions. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k ; financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1- for assistance. Press for HII Mission Technologies.