Cyber Risk Qualification Engineer

KF • Carlsbad, CA

10h

About The Position

At Viasat, we are on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. Viasat is looking for a talented Cyber Security professional to join their growing Cyber Risk Quantification team. This role involves supporting a risk management process fully aligned with the organization’s key business priorities and introducing state-of-the-art Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ) tools and methodologies. The engineer will work closely with security engineers to enable effective and efficient use of resources, maximizing the return on security investment. They will also coordinate with and support the security governance and risk management team, streamlining and automating risk identification and reporting processes. This is a challenging opportunity to apply analytical and technical skills to CRQ and help shape the future of Security Risk Management at Viasat.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Confidential security clearance.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Risk Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Cyber Security, Risk Analysis, IT Risk Management, or Governance, Risk and Compliance roles.
• A strong understanding of Cyber Risk Management principles, Security Frameworks, and Regulatory Standards.
• Familiarity with the FAIR (Factorial Analysis of Information Risk) model is crucial.
• Previous experience of implementing CRQ programs, tools, and methodologies within an organization.
• Data analytics skills and experience.
• Good knowledge of Information Security fundamentals, technologies, and principles.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, along with an analytical mindset, and an ability to translate technical risks into business terms.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant Certifications (e.g., CRISC, CISM, CISSP).
• Good understanding of the FAIR-CAM (FAIR Control Analysis Model) and FAIR-MAM (FAIR Materiality Assessment Model) models.
• Hands-on experience with off-the-shelf Cyber Risk Quantification tools.
• Practical knowledge of Bayesian statistical methods.
• Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulations.
• Proficiency in Jira.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and be self-motivated.
• Work well under pressure and on your own initiative.
• Ability to work in a constantly changing and fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and own a robust, agile, and scalable Risk Quantification process.
• Work in sync with the Risk Management team, which maintains the organization’s security risk register.
• Embed CRQ frameworks and tools in the risk management process.
• Leverage CRQ to track and prioritize remediation efforts.
• Prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations for the CISO and senior leaders, demonstrating the value that CRQ delivers to the company.
• Build strong connections and close relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, ensuring risk management practices are embedded into projects, systems and third-party engagements.

Benefits

• A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings focused on your holistic health and wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees