Responsible for applying an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, validate and verify Cyber solutions across the lifecycle. Conduct cyber risk assessment activities including threat modeling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigation solutions. Coordinates and addresses Supply Chain risk management concerns. Develop, evaluate and analyze design constrains, trade-offs and detailed system and security design as they pertain to the Cyber domain. Coordinate with Cyber and system architects and developers to provide oversight in the development of solutions. Conduct cybersecurity test and evaluation of hardware and/or software designs to verify and validate compliance with defined specifications and requirements. Employs cyber security processes, methods, techniques and tools and assure their consistent application. Implements appropriate Assessment and Authorization activities as required by customers. USE OF THIS CLASSIFICATION REQUIRES AUTHORIZATION FROM THE BUSINESS AREA CYBER DIRECTOR OR DELEGATE
Cyber Security Engineer – Technical Lead
Advance your cyber‑security career with Lockheed Martin Space. We need a Technical Lead to drive an interdisciplinary cyber team through the system lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
- Lead cyber‑risk assessments: threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, mitigation design.
- Evaluate design constraints, trade‑offs, and system/security architecture.
- Test hardware/software for compliance.
- Apply consistent cyber‑security processes, tools and techniques.
- Manage Assessment & Authorization activities.
Key Responsibilities
- POA&M work‑off planning & execution.
- EVSS administration, vulnerability audits and remediation.
- Define Body of Evidence (BoE) for change requests.
- Create and run Demonstration Test Plans.
- Investigate change requests and software builds.
- Review COTS/GOTS software and assess risk.
- Daily audit analysis and log reviews.
- Develop IATT/CONOPS definitions and approvals.
- Design security architecture and provide STIG hardening guidance.
- Define, execute and report security testing (incl. gov‑witness tests).
- Support government audits and security‑tool design.
Why Lockheed Martin Space?
- Impact: Secure critical space systems.
- Innovation: Agile, cross‑functional environment.
- Collaboration: Work with government, customers and subcontractors worldwide.
- Growth: Cutting‑edge tools and continuous learning.
Who You Are
- Experience in cyber‑risk assessment, threat modeling and vulnerability management.
- Background in security testing, system hardening and compliance (STIG, IATT).
- Agile mindset with strong communication and leadership.
- Passion for aerospace and building secure, future‑proof systems.
Ready to Soar?
Join the most exciting cyber‑security team on the planet. Apply Today
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1. DOD 8570/8140 Certification.
2. Experience with Authorization and Accreditation processes using Risk Management Framework methodologies.
3. Experience with DoD cybersecurity requirements, policies, and procedures.
1. Experience performing cybersecurity accreditation activities in support of software and system requirements, design, development, testing, and sustainment of approvals - Authority To Operate
2. Experience with NetBrain, Zenoss and Hewlett Packard Network Automation (HPNA)
3. Familiar with eMASS, HBSS, ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), DISA STIGs
4. Experience with Secure Configuration/Hardening of DoD Information Systems
5. Experience with Intel Driven Threat Modeling, preferably classified Cyber Threat Intel Support
6. Experience briefing complex cyber security principles to all levels of knowledge and skill
7. Knowledge of NIST 800-53
8. Experience with RHEL and Windows Server/Professional
9. Experience with SIEM and cloud technologies including LogRhythm, Splunk, Jira, and Confluence
10. DoD 8570/8140 Certification
11. Experience with responding to cyber incidents from detection through remediation.
12. Intuitive and proactive self-starter that’s accountable and mission focused.
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Skills Required
- DOD 8570/8140 certification
- Experience with Authorization and Accreditation processes using Risk Management Framework methodologies
- Experience with DoD cybersecurity requirements, policies, and procedures
- Experience performing cybersecurity accreditation activities supporting software and system requirements, design, development, testing, sustainment, and Authority to Operate approvals
- Experience with NetBrain, Zenoss, and Hewlett Packard Network Automation
- Familiarity with eMASS, HBSS, ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker, and DISA STIGs
- Experience securing and hardening DoD information systems
- Experience with intelligence-driven threat modeling or classified cyber threat intelligence support
- Experience briefing complex cybersecurity principles to varied audiences
- Knowledge of NIST 800-53
- Experience with RHEL and Windows Server or Windows Professional
- Experience with SIEM and cloud technologies, including LogRhythm, Splunk, Jira, and Confluence
- Experience responding to cyber incidents from detection through remediation
- Proactive, accountable, mission-focused self-starter with an agile mindset and strong communication and leadership skills
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