Senior Principal Cyber Architect

BAE Systems•Hudson, NH

3d•$132,962 - $226,035•Onsite

About The Position

See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA), we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. BAE Systems is looking for a Senior Principal Cyber Architect with a strong Systems Engineering background. The qualified candidate will be working on and leading cyber engineering teams supporting cybersecurity engineering activities in a rapid development environment to support the specification, development, and application of computer security technologies, cybersecurity and information assurance management techniques to DoD systems on the Compass Call program in Hudson NH. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. Tasks may include: Leading systems engineering teams Leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoD Systems in accordance with Risk Management Framework Supporting traditional systems engineering tasks such as CONOPS, requirements development and allocation, cyber design engineering, cyber implementation engineering, verification and Validation, and continuous monitoring efforts during deployment, Operations and Sustainment Supporting offensive architecture analysis and design of defense-in-depth solutions Supporting Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) integration Developing and assessing system security plans including, security concepts of operation, risk management matrix, security control traceability matrix, security test procedures, and plan of action and milestones Conducting and analyzing vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) Analyzing static code scans and dynamic code scans to validate Application Security and Development STIG compliance Who You Are: You are able to concisely explain complex subjects in person and in email You’re constantly updating your to-do list and planning ahead You love working with a team and receiving input from others

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a Cyber, Systems, Software, Electrical, Mechanical or similarly related engineering/technical discipline, and 12+ year(s) related experience or equivalent experience, training and/or certifications.
ISC2 CISSP-ISSEP (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) or equivalent DOD 8140 Advanced Proficiency certification
Strong engineering skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively build and lead teams
Extensive experience with traditional A&A tools: ACAS Nessus, SCAP Scanner, STIG Viewer
Demonstrated expertise in national Cybersecurity policies, DoD A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems
Expertise in vulnerability assessment, control allocation and risk mitigation

Nice To Haves

Other cyber certifications (CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, CEH, OSCP, etc.)
Top Secret/SCI security clearance by the Federal Government
Understanding of offensive security tactics, techniques and procedures
Experience with Cyber Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
Experience writing proposals with innovative cost-effective solutions
Experience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) including Platform One, Iron Bank and Repo One
Experience with offensive architecting, threat modeling and attack vector analysis
Experience with cloud and cross domain solution accreditations
Ability to negotiate effectively with higher level managers, functional managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates
Demonstrated leadership skills (supervisory experience, building teams, building customer relationships)
Ability to support proposal and cost activities
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) systems and Project management tools such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Experience with leading and coordinating security test events to achieve accreditation milestones
Experience with verifying and validating vulnerability resolutions and/or mitigations
Experience with supporting proposal and cost estimate activities
Experience with Attack and Threat modeling
Strong mentoring skills
Good planning and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communications skills

Responsibilities

Leading systems engineering teams
Leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoD Systems in accordance with Risk Management Framework
Supporting traditional systems engineering tasks such as CONOPS, requirements development and allocation, cyber design engineering, cyber implementation engineering, verification and Validation, and continuous monitoring efforts during deployment, Operations and Sustainment
Supporting offensive architecture analysis and design of defense-in-depth solutions
Supporting Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) integration
Developing and assessing system security plans including, security concepts of operation, risk management matrix, security control traceability matrix, security test procedures, and plan of action and milestones
Conducting and analyzing vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)
Analyzing static code scans and dynamic code scans to validate Application Security and Development STIG compliance

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
an employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.