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Global Cybersecurity Operations Lead

Arlington, Virginia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company’s Boeing Enterprise Security (BES) organization is currently seeking a Global Cybersecurity Operations Lead to join the Global Cybersecurity team in Arlington, VA.

The Global Cybersecurity program is dedicated to the assurance of cybersecurity regulatory framework compliance, in-region security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) advisory and oversight, and strategic cybersecurity solutions in support of enabling global business operations.

The Operations Lead is responsible for designing, transforming, maintaining and optimizing the Global Cybersecurity and External Cybersecurity Assurance team's operational capabilities while managing the day-to-day operations. Maturity of the team's Business Information Security Officer (BISO) program is essential, which will require the Operations Lead to support regional BISO objectives and activities (as a "floating global BISO") as needed.

Regional BISOs serve as the primary point of contact between the BES organizational functions and our Boeing entities, business programs, and stakeholders across their respective regional responsibility scope.  The BISO is the region's trusted cybersecurity partner and is responsible for facilitating the authority to operate (ATO) in a region, while maintaining strategic relationships with various organizational leaders/stakeholders, and providing cybersecurity advisory, project support, and promoting cybersecurity awareness.

Position Responsibilities Include:

  • Global Cybersecurity team Project Management (Azure DevOps, MS Teams)

  • Coordination of various security assessment activities (internal, regulatory, customer, and Boeing site assessments)

  • Optimization and maintenance of tea m operations, resources, tools (SharePoint sites, various data registries, assessment/project trackers, reports, Power BI dashboards)

  • Drive streamlined data management and reporting automation through Microsoft (MS) Power Platform tools (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps)

  • Lead the management of our team's information assets, craft innovative templates/forms, develop comprehensive playbooks, and optimize communications channels for enhanced collaboration

  • Support BISOs with key Information Technology (IT) projects and business imperatives across all global regions as needed in a dynamic environment

  • Responsible for key leadership/stakeholder engagement to establish reliability and maturity of our BISO trusted partner network

  • Support deputy Global Cybersecurity Manager responsibilities (as needed)

  • Advance the Global Security organization's objectives and key results

  • Develop and deliver engaging Cybersecurity Awareness presentations and sessions as needed

  • Responsible for consulting on external customer requests and inquiries regarding Boeing’s cybersecurity posture (standardized responses to customer assessments, information security agreements/contracts, Request for Information (RFIs)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity leadership overseeing programs and teams, authorizing risk decisions, coordinating stakeholders, and improving security and compliance

  • 5+ years experience working with risk management, regulatory and compliance topics

  • 5+ years of experience building, scaling, and operating governance, risk compliance, assurance, or control programs in a highly regulated, innovative environment

  • 5+ years of experience Business Intelligence/data analytics tools (Microsoft Power BI, Dashboards, SQL, Tableau, etc.)

  • 5+ years of experience with agile project management

Preferred Qualifications(Desired Skills/Experience:

  • Proven managerial experience leading operations of a critical security program and the strategic direction

  • CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, Security+ or ISO/IEC 27001 certification

  • Strong executive presence and business acumen, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to present technically complex security risks, issues, strategies, and concepts in business terms to executives/leaders, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and non-technical stakeholders

  • Experience leading/supporting aligning IT, security, and business objectives across diverse global operations

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies. 

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $142,250 – $189,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 13, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

About Boeing

Boeing

Boeing is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the world, supporting critical military, commercial aviation, space, and national security missions. With a long history of innovation, Boeing develops advanced aircraft, satellites, autonomous systems, defense platforms, and space technologies used by the U.S. military and allied partners worldwide. The company plays a major role in programs ranging from fighter aircraft and military helicopters to missile defense, space systems, and next-generation aviation technologies.

For job seekers, Boeing offers opportunities across nearly every area of aerospace and defense, including engineering, software development, cybersecurity, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, aviation maintenance, and defense operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, engineers, and candidates looking for mission-driven work with strong long-term career growth. Boeing also offers extensive training, leadership development, and opportunities to work on some of the most recognized aerospace programs in the world.

Unlike smaller defense firms focused on a single capability, Boeing provides employees exposure to a broad mix of commercial and defense technologies. Teams contribute to programs involving military aircraft, autonomous systems, satellites, advanced manufacturing, AI, and next-generation aerospace innovation. Employees often value the combination of large-scale engineering challenges, global impact, and the stability of a major industry leader.

As defense modernization, commercial aviation, and space investment continue to grow, Boeing remains one of the most recognized employers in aerospace and government contracting. For professionals seeking a mission-focused career with strong benefits, technical growth, and opportunities to work on world-changing technologies, Boeing continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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