Aegis Aerospace Inc.
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - (DoD Secret Clearance)
Aegis Aerospace Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - (DoD Secret Clearance)
Position Title:
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - (DoD Secret Clearance) Location: Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO Relocation Assistance: None available at this time Remote/Telework: No - Not available for this position Clearance Type: DoD Secret Shift: Day shift Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time Position Summary
The Senior Cybersecurity Architect supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The Senior Cybersecurity System Architect is a leadership role responsible for designing, developing, and implementing robust cybersecurity architectures that protect the organization's assets, data, and systems. This position provides technical expertise and guidance, ensuring that security principles are embedded into all layers of the IT infrastructure. The Senior Cybersecurity Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and architecture aligned with business objectives, threat landscape, and compliance requirements. Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Architecture Design and Development: Develop and maintain the organization's cybersecurity architecture framework, standards, and blueprints. Design and implement security architectures for various systems and environments, including cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures. Evaluate and recommend security technologies, platforms, and tools to support the organization's cybersecurity posture. Review and approve architectural diagrams, documentation, and models, focusing on security controls and data flow. Lead the development of proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate security architectural designs. Architect and design secure solutions for data protection, network security, endpoint security, identity and access management (IAM), and application security. Threat Modeling And Risk Assessment
Participate in threat modeling exercises to identify potential security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems and applications. Perform risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of potential security threats. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified security risks. Technical Leadership And Guidance
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other security professionals, including security engineers, analysts, and developers. Serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity architecture best practices and emerging security technologies. Collaborate with project teams to ensure that security is integrated into all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC). Drive the adoption of new security technologies and architectural patterns within the organization. Security Standards And Compliance
Ensure the cybersecurity architecture complies with relevant legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and Security Technical Implementation Guides). Work with compliance teams to conduct security audits and assessments. Incident Response Support
Participate in incident response activities as needed, providing technical expertise and guidance. Review security incident analysis reports of root causes and determine the need for architectural or technical corrective actions. Collaboration And Communication
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, development, and business units, to ensure alignment of security goals. Communicate security architectural designs and decisions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Actively participate in architecture review boards and other governance processes. Continuous Improvement
Stay current with emerging security technologies and industry trends. Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of cybersecurity architecture. The Successful Candidate Will
Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Be able to work effectively in a team environment. Be a strategic thinker with the ability to influence without authority. Minimum Qualifications
8 or more years of general (full-time) work experience (may be reduced with the completion of advanced education). 6 or more years of direct experience in cybersecurity architecture. 2 or more years of experience in a management or leadership role. Proven experience designing and implementing complex security architectures. Deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and best practices. Experience with security tools and technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, Elastic Security SIEM, ACAS vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions. Experience with cloud security architecture and deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). Experience implementing Zero Trust across an IT services environment. Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture principles and best practices. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001). Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. Desired Qualifications
One or more industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty. Experience with threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD). Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. Experience with DevSecOps principles and practices. Experience with security automation and orchestration. Salary Range
$145,000 – $180,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, location, and applicable certifications. Application Instructions
Resumes must be submitted in month/year format to be considered. About Aegis Aerospace
We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S. To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, please visit our website: http://www.AegisAero.com Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Position Title:
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - (DoD Secret Clearance) Location: Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO Relocation Assistance: None available at this time Remote/Telework: No - Not available for this position Clearance Type: DoD Secret Shift: Day shift Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time Position Summary
The Senior Cybersecurity Architect supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The Senior Cybersecurity System Architect is a leadership role responsible for designing, developing, and implementing robust cybersecurity architectures that protect the organization's assets, data, and systems. This position provides technical expertise and guidance, ensuring that security principles are embedded into all layers of the IT infrastructure. The Senior Cybersecurity Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and architecture aligned with business objectives, threat landscape, and compliance requirements. Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Architecture Design and Development: Develop and maintain the organization's cybersecurity architecture framework, standards, and blueprints. Design and implement security architectures for various systems and environments, including cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures. Evaluate and recommend security technologies, platforms, and tools to support the organization's cybersecurity posture. Review and approve architectural diagrams, documentation, and models, focusing on security controls and data flow. Lead the development of proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate security architectural designs. Architect and design secure solutions for data protection, network security, endpoint security, identity and access management (IAM), and application security. Threat Modeling And Risk Assessment
Participate in threat modeling exercises to identify potential security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems and applications. Perform risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of potential security threats. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified security risks. Technical Leadership And Guidance
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other security professionals, including security engineers, analysts, and developers. Serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity architecture best practices and emerging security technologies. Collaborate with project teams to ensure that security is integrated into all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC). Drive the adoption of new security technologies and architectural patterns within the organization. Security Standards And Compliance
Ensure the cybersecurity architecture complies with relevant legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and Security Technical Implementation Guides). Work with compliance teams to conduct security audits and assessments. Incident Response Support
Participate in incident response activities as needed, providing technical expertise and guidance. Review security incident analysis reports of root causes and determine the need for architectural or technical corrective actions. Collaboration And Communication
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, development, and business units, to ensure alignment of security goals. Communicate security architectural designs and decisions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Actively participate in architecture review boards and other governance processes. Continuous Improvement
Stay current with emerging security technologies and industry trends. Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of cybersecurity architecture. The Successful Candidate Will
Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Be able to work effectively in a team environment. Be a strategic thinker with the ability to influence without authority. Minimum Qualifications
8 or more years of general (full-time) work experience (may be reduced with the completion of advanced education). 6 or more years of direct experience in cybersecurity architecture. 2 or more years of experience in a management or leadership role. Proven experience designing and implementing complex security architectures. Deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and best practices. Experience with security tools and technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, Elastic Security SIEM, ACAS vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions. Experience with cloud security architecture and deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). Experience implementing Zero Trust across an IT services environment. Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture principles and best practices. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001). Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. Desired Qualifications
One or more industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty. Experience with threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD). Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. Experience with DevSecOps principles and practices. Experience with security automation and orchestration. Salary Range
$145,000 – $180,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, location, and applicable certifications. Application Instructions
Resumes must be submitted in month/year format to be considered. About Aegis Aerospace
We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S. To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, please visit our website: http://www.AegisAero.com Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aegis Aerospace Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Cyber Security Architect jobs in
Colorado Springs, CO .
#J-18808-Ljbffr