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Senior Cybersecurity Audit, Policy, & Compliance Staff

The Aerospace Corporation
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional who will be responsible for enhancing cyber policies, compliance, and procedures.In this role as Senior Cybersecurity Audit, Policy & Compliance Staff (IT / Network Security Staff III / IV) , you will help to ensure cybersecurity compliance and implement proactive solutions and policies based on organizational, and regulatory requirements, risk posture and threat intelligence. You will join a team of dedicated cybersecurity professionals who are chartered with securing Aerospace's classified and unclassified enterprise IT environments and viewed as leaders within the aerospace community.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs, CO, offering a hybrid work model that combines 3 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Spearheading teams and projects in the areas of : cybersecurity audits and audit oversight, compliance review, vulnerability identification and remediation, cybersecurity administration
  • Contributing to and compiling threat briefings and risk assessments based on current events
  • Providing expertise for cyber policy development and enhancement
  • Remaining informed on trends and issues in the security industry, including current and emerging technologies and policies
  • Collaborating on corporate technology development with a focus on data, system, and network security
  • Communicating effectively with senior management, peers, staff, and customers both inside and outside the corporation
  • Where necessary, providing Tier 3 support to help troubleshoot complex issues and architect new solutions

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for IT / Network Security Staff III :

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent field of study, or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience
  • Extensive experience with NIST 800-171 and CMMC and related system security plans
  • Experience with audit management and oversight, cyber risk management, governance, and compliance
  • Ability to document security best practices and IT security requirements
  • Cyber policy knowledge and creation experience
  • Thorough understanding of the cyber threat landscape and experience in identifying credible threats relative to current and emerging vulnerabilities
  • Experience reviewing cloud environments
  • Excellent knowledge of technology environments, including cybersecurity and its corporate implications
  • Experience with enterprise-level system design and audit
  • Ability to translate organizational goals and objectives into actionable implementation plans
  • Adept at quickly learning new or existing technologies
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
  • In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the IT / Network Security Staff IV include :

  • 7-9 years of experience
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise security plan creation and maintenance
  • How You Can Stand Out

    It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

  • Experience with POA&M management and reporting
  • Experience maturing pre-existing environments
  • Seeks opportunities for process improvement, recommends improvements and contributes to solutions.
  • Experience implementing large-scale solutions across multiple unique enterprise infrastructures and enclaves
  • We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

    Min - Max)

    100,805 - $175,000

    Pay Basis : Annual

    Leadership Competencies

    Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results
  • Ways We Reward Our Employees

    During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

    Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include :

    Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

    Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

    Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

    401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

    Flexible spending accounts

    Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

    Relocation assistance

    Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

    Education assistance programs

    An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

    We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

    Equal Opportunity Commitment

    The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ,as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement .

    Salary : $100,805 - $175,000

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