Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s 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, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
Enterprise Information Services is responsible for Aerospace’s classified and unclassified enterprise IT environment. As the Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect you will help build and design new cybersecurity processes and tools. You will be a part of an innovative and passionate team that is charted to protect the company from a variety of threats using cutting edge technology, threat intelligence sources and best practices. We work with rocket scientists and engineers to develop secure and innovate solutions to complex space enterprise problems and to assure mission success of critical national space assets.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will work with cross-functional internal and external teams, train on current and emerging technologies relevant to the Corporation and help build new secure enterprise and cloud environments.
Architect, develop, implement, maintain, and oversee cybersecurity initiatives and policies to protect the Enterprise, including cloud governance & security.
Define and communicate enterprise information security requirements, procedures, policies, and standards for acquiring, implementing, and operating new security systems, equipment, software, and other technologies
Work closely with other departments within IT on corporate technology development to fully secure information, computer, network, and processing systems including approving or recommending security relevant changes to the environment
Provide input to security policies and practices in accordance with changes in federal acquisition law or various Aerospace contracts
Participate in strategic security relationships between internal resources and external entities, including government, customers, vendors, and partner organizations to gather threat intelligence and perform a risk-based analysis
Remain informed on trends and issues in the security industry, including current and emerging technologies, threats, and policies
Where necessary, provide Tier 3 support to help troubleshoot complex issues and architect new solutions.
This position is available as Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect Level III and Level IV
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements Level III:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent field of study or equivalent experience
Typically, 5 years of experience
Prior experience securing the Enterprise by approving, implementing, or designing cybersecurity policies in key technologies such as at the network, firewall or application layers.
Experience with securely designing solutions, based on business requirements
Ability to translate organizational goals and objectives into actionable plans
Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving security and business problems for an Enterprise environment
Ability to document security best practices and IT security requirements
Working knowledge of Windows & Linux operating systems
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Minimum Requirements level IV:
Same requirements as level III noted above, in addition to:
Typically, 8 or more years of experience
Ability to perform risk assessments and develop appropriate Enterprise mitigation plans
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Experience with key cloud technologies, such as AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes or other SaaS products
Solid knowledge of common IAM technical principles, theories, concepts, and tools.
Seeks opportunities for process improvement, recommends improvements and contributes to solutions. Demonstrations of the personal initiative are highly regarded.
Experience with specific IAM and Information security technologies: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), Single Sign-On, Federated Identity.
Working knowledge of network security including firewalls, routers, proxies, network sensors and packet capture
Experience with software defined networking
Working knowledge of Windows & Linux operating systems
Experience with Agile methodologies
Prior experience writing and keeping System Security Plans (SSP’s) up to date
Prior experience gathering threat intelligence and using for threat hunting or threat mitigation purposes
Grade-Based Pay Range
(Min - Mid - Max)
$94,000 - $192,000 - $139,000
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 diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.