Sr. Manager, Embedded Cybersecurity Engineering

AeroVironment•Moorpark, CA

2d•$141,000 - $200,025•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Embedded Cybersecurity Engineering is an experienced cybersecurity professional with extensive knowledge in embedded systems security, product cybersecurity, and team leadership within the Autonomous Systems (AxS) segment. As a member of the Engineering leadership team, this role participates in executing the overall cybersecurity and technology roadmap that drives business growth in a competitive defense market. Responsible for building and leading a functional cybersecurity organization with the capabilities and capacity to secure products throughout the entire development lifecycle while ensuring compliance with relevant security standards and contract requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or in a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or equivalent verifiable credentialed certification
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience required.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a leadership role.
Proven track record managing cybersecurity requirements from concept through production.
Experience achieving compliance with cybersecurity standards (ISO 27001, NIST frameworks, NISPOM).
Experience with hardware security, cryptographic implementations, and secure embedded system design
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.
ITAR U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree, MBA or MS is highly preferred.
CISSP, CISM, CompTIA CASP, CEH, or OSCP
Deep knowledge of embedded hardware, firmware, and software security
Experience with wireless and network communications security
Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and implementation attacks (side-channel, fault injection)
Experience with cybersecurity testing and validation tools (ACAS, Tenable.sc, Nessus, Nexpose)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to speak and write persuasively
Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams; ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
Takes ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Manages a team of cybersecurity engineering professionals, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation, and career development
Plans workload and allocates resources to meet project demands and cybersecurity objectives
Mentors cybersecurity engineers and promotes professional development across the team
Provides weekly status updates on cybersecurity program progress and risk mitigation efforts
Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction with both internal and external stakeholders
Leads the implementation of embedded system security practices across multiple projects
Guides product R&D teams to implement security controls for product/system-wide security needs
Coordinates with Electrical, Systems, and Software engineering teams to ensure security requirements are addressed throughout the design and development lifecycle
Oversees the development of tools, processes, and policies to prevent, detect, and resolve security issues across the entire development lifecycle, including supply chain and manufacturing
Develops and implements cybersecurity strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversees vulnerability assessments, incident response, and mitigation implementation across embedded products
Ensures products comply with relevant security standards (NIST, ISO 27001, NISPOM) and contract requirements
Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of implemented cybersecurity controls and implements countermeasures for emerging threats
Provides security-related deliverables for regulatory bodies and customer contracts
Other duties as assigned