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Cyber Architect Sr Prin

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Hybrid
San Diego, CA
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
San Diego, CA
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Lead security engineering teams and conduct cybersecurity engineering activities. Focus on system assessments, vulnerability analysis, and developing security plans for DoD systems.
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Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a Senior Cyber Architect. The qualified candidate will be working on and possibly leading security engineering teams supporting cybersecurity engineering activities in a rapid development environment to support the specification, development, and application of computer security technologies, cybersecurity and information assurance management techniques to DoD systems.
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Tasks may include:
  • Leading systems engineering teams
  • Leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoW Systems in accordance with Risk Management Framework
  • Supporting traditional systems engineering tasks such as CONOPS, requirements development and allocation, cyber design engineering, cyber implementation engineering, Verification and Validation, and continuous monitoring efforts during deployment, Operations and Sustainment
  • Supporting offensive architecture analysis and design of defense-in-depth solutions
  • Supporting Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) integration
  • Developing and assessing system security plans including, security concepts of operation, risk management matrix, security control traceability matrix, security test procedures, and plan of action and milestones
  • Conducting and analyzing vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Information Guidelines (STIG)
  • Analyzing static code scans and dynamic code scans to validate Application Security and Development STIG compliance
This position may require business travel to customer locations in support of customer meetings, product demonstration, Integration and/or systems testing.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Active TS security clearance
  • Possess current DoD 8140 certification aligned to DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) for Security Architects; e.g., CISSP, CISSP-ISSEP/ISSAP, GDSA, etc.
  • Strong engineering skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively build and lead teams
  • Extensive experience with traditional A&A tools: ACAS Nessus, SCAP Scanner, STIG Viewer
  • Demonstrated expertise in national Cybersecurity policies, DoD A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems
  • Expertise in vulnerability assessment, control allocation and risk mitigation

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor of Science degree in a Cyber, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similarly related engineering/technical discipline, and 8+ year(s) related experience experience, training and/or certifications.
  • Other cyber certifications (Cloud+, GCSA, OSCP, CEH, etc.)
  • Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture and ability to model Zero Trust into the overall system architecture; MBSE experience
  • Understanding of offensive security tactics, techniques and procedures
  • Experience with Cyber Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
  • Experience writing proposals with innovative cost-effective solutions
  • Experience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) including Platform One, Iron Bank and Repo One
  • Experience with offensive architecting, threat modeling and attack vector analysis
  • Experience with cloud and cross domain solution accreditations
  • Ability to negotiate effectively with higher level managers, functional managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates
  • Demonstrated leadership skills (supervisory experience, building teams, building customer relationships)
  • Ability to support proposal and cost activities
  • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) systems and Project management tools such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
  • Experience with leading and coordinating security test events to achieve accreditation milestones
  • Experience with verifying and validating vulnerability resolutions and/or mitigations
  • Experience with supporting proposal and cost estimate activities
  • Experience with Attack and Threat modeling

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Top Skills

Acas
Cissp
Cloud Services
Development Security Operations
Earned Value Management System
Nessus
Project Management Tools
Scap
Stig Viewer
Zero Trust Architecture

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6331 San Ignacio Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States, 95119

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