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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Cyber Supervisor Staff Engineer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$116K/yr - $209K/yr

10+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Cyber Supervisor Staff Engineer role focuses on overseeing cybersecurity measures and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense standards while leading technical projects and collaborating with engineering teams.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Function in an advisory or project leadership role to provide direction to experienced professional staff in implementing cybersecurity measures across all phases of system development and deployment

Ensure compliance with DoD IA policies, including the integration of security controls, validation procedures, and risk management frameworks (RMF)

Develop and maintain secure network architectures, including routers, switches, firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)

Formulate long-term plans for the development, documentation, and deployment of solutions that meet cybersecurity compliance, reporting, and operational standards

Evaluate system configurations to ensure adherence to Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and DoD cybersecurity policies

Communicate with engineering professionals, solution users, and management throughout the solution development cycle, representing the organization as a prime technical contact for contracts and/or projects

Ensure appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed for all systems

Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology

Participates in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities

Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Performs other duties as assigned

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Qualification

Cybersecurity expertiseDoD cybersecurity policiesCCNA certificationNetwork security troubleshootingSecure network architecturesCryptographic solutionsProject leadershipInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsCustomer focused

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, ten or more years of experience with a master's degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership

Demonstrated knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines, including DISA STIGs and RMF processes

Proficiency in configuring and securing networking devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls, as well as troubleshooting network security issues

Familiarity with cryptographic solutions, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and secure communication protocols

Expertise in DoD cybersecurity architectures and frameworks, including TEMPEST countermeasures and network defense strategies

Experience with cybersecurity workforce training and qualification programs in alignment with DoD policies

Ability to evaluate and validate security implementation specifications for IA-enabled products

Strong understanding of DoD Component cybersecurity programs and their integration into acquisition processes

Familiarity with the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Workforce Framework and role-based cybersecurity structures

Knowledge of cybersecurity cryptographic research and development, including coordination with NSA and DISA

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals; the capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact; and, the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals

Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required