Space Systems Cybersecurity Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures policy and strategy developmental planning system of systems engineering and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers including United States Space Force United States Space Command Air Force Material Command and senior leadership at the Pentagon but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.

The Enterprise Cybersecurity & Integration (EC&I) organization works alongside the US Space Systems Command (SSC) S6 (Communications) Office to safeguard the future of space systems by providing expert knowledge in various domains of cyberspace such as cybersecurity program protection cryptography data governance & architecting and software. We are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer (Sr. Project Engineer Engineering Project Management and Cyber Security Architecture). In this position you will be defining and leading cybersecurity strategies and guidance that is vital to shaping the security of tomorrows space missions.

Work Model: This positions work model is hybrid. The employee will report on-site at Los Angeles Air Force Base El Segundo at least 4 days a week with additional on-site presence dependent on customer needs.

What Youll Be Doing

• Engage proactively and strategically with stakeholders across the space and cybersecurity communities to develop and articulate security architecture strategies and methodologies aimed at reducing cybersecurity risk to space systems.
• Lead and/or contribute to the development of cybersecurity policies and best practices tailored for space systems.
• Act as a trusted advisor driving SSC S6 cybersecurity initiatives from inception through completion.
• Identify and lead matrixed Aerospace engineering staff and project teams to tackle complex challenges in cybersecurity.
• Stay at the forefront of DoD and DAF security regulations and frameworks for designing systems and processes.

What You Need to be Successful - Sr. Project Engineer Engineering Project Management and Cyber Security Architecture

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited technical program in engineering computer science or other applicable degree.
• 12 years of related relevant professional experience in scientific or engineering positions with at least 4 years in the cybersecurity discipline.
• Deep understanding of defense-in-depth strategies zero-trust models identity and access management (IAM) risk assessment and vulnerability assessment techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in taking concepts from security frameworks and applying them practically to the design of a security solution.
• Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%.
• A current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain additional clearances which are issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to acquire a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advance degree in engineering computer science or other applicable degree.
• Experience with space acquisition policies processes and/or budgeting.
• Experience with systems engineering fields including requirements engineering verification test and/or risk management.
• Network and Cloud Security Expertise: Excellent knowledge of firewalls IDS/IPS and network segmentation; Proficient in cloud security models cloud-native security tools security posture and compliance.

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays sick time and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options

• 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

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