Senior Director – Cyber Architecture
Hybrid
(Sterling, Virginia, United States)
Full Time
$164,000 – $278,800
About BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace and security solutions. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products, services and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
Meaningful. Empowering. Remarkable. That’s a career at BAE Systems.
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Job Description
Demonstrated familiarity with the state of the art in commercial and open source tools and services for Cyber use cases.
Expertise in designing and implementing cybersecurity architectures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $164000 - $278800
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including 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.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
Lead the architectural design and strategy development for the Cyber campaign, ensuring alignment with Federal Zero Trust requirements and tailored to customer needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity solutions across various platforms, networks, and environments.
Provide expert guidance on the implementation of cybersecurity architectures and frameworks.
Conduct thorough assessments of existing security measures and recommend enhancements to meet DoD Zero Trust standards.
Oversee the development of detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, security plans, and compliance reports.
Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand their security needs and present tailored cybersecurity solutions.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to inform architectural decisions.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or related roles.
Extensive knowledge of Zero Trust principles and frameworks.
Proven track record of leading large-scale cybersecurity projects for Federal clients.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to travel as needed to support client engagements and project requirements.
Ability to think strategically and communicate effectively at the most senior levels of Government (customer) and Corporate management (company) to articulate the understanding of their mission needs and requirements and to communicate the value and benefit of your architectural solutions.Demonstrated familiarity with the state of the art in commercial and open source tools and services for Cyber use cases.
Expertise in designing and implementing cybersecurity architectures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in governance, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Exceptional leadership and project management capabilities.
Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid environments.
Advanced knowledge of security technologies for hybrid environments, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, security automation, endpoint protection, cloud security microservices, etc.
DoD 8570/8140 Level III compliant certification(s) such as CISSP, -ISSEP, -ISSAP, CISM, CISA, CASP+ certifications
Preferred Education, Experience, & SkillsMaster’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Strong advisory skills, capable of providing high-level strategic guidance to customers with complex and occasionally highly bespoke needs.
Ability to engage in corporate outreach through public releases and public speaking engagements.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective client and team interactions.
Knowledge and understanding of project management methodologies including scope, cost and schedule, and resource management to include Earned Value ManagementPay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $164000 - $278800
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including 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.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.