Senior Cybersecurity Architect Job at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in Po

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Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft, tactical reconnaissance radars, and advanced surveillance systems. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Architect for our Systems Cybersecurity Engineering department to support Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). The role involves compliance with Accreditation & Authorization (A&A), Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Authorization to Operate (ATO), and RMF processes, ensuring security across aircraft, datalinks, sensor payloads, and ground control stations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Cybersecurity Architect must have experience assessing an overarching set of environments including hardware/system configurations to:
  • Develop security engineering solutions for UAS hardware and software
  • Communicate status of the project to stakeholders
  • Ensure cyber risks are mitigated and communicated effectively to the customer
  • Be responsive to information technology guidelines, policies and directives
  • Implement and maintain security features and develop test procedures
  • Educate non‑cybersecurity personnel about the cybersecurity engineering process and importance of cybersecurity
• An understanding of encryption, firewalls, antivirus, etc. is required for this position.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology or related field and nine or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity. A bachelor's degree and seven or more years of experience or a master's degree and nine or more years may be substituted.
• Must demonstrate expertise in cybersecurity principles, theories and concepts.
• Must have project leadership skills including organizing, scheduling, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates for major programs.
• Must be able to provide leadership in developing new processes or systems, resolve unusually complex technical matters, and serve as a leader on projects.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex technical problems;
  • Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and external parties;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees, including management and external parties;
  • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
  • The ability to represent the company as a technical expert on external projects; and
  • Excellent computer skills.
• The ability to work independently or lead a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Compensation

Full‑time position. Salary range: $116,480 – $208,505.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Aviation, Component Manufacturing.

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San Diego, CA