Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 1, Ground Architecture and Space Systems Security

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $133,000–$199,600 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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TL;DR · Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 1, Ground Architecture and Space Systems Security

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The Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 1 - Ground Architecture and Space Systems Security joins the Western Region Engineering team to provide technical and functional leadership for a world-class Systems Engineering organization. This dual role involves 90% technical performance on a specific program and 10% functional oversight for a team of system and software engineers. Key responsibilities include overseeing the development, design, integration, and testing of state-of-the-art solutions for Space Systems programs and research. The candidate must possess technical depth in cybersecurity areas such as risk management frameworks, software assurance, security architecture, cryptography, and vulnerability scanning. The role focuses on solving complex security problems for space vehicles and embedded products, requiring the ability to manage diverse teams, mentor staff, and maintain processes within the Space Sector System Security and Cyber Engineering portfolio.

Skills

Cyber Engineering Risk Management Framework Software Assurance Security Architecture Security Monitoring Cryptography Vulnerability Scanning Security Test & Evaluation Systems Engineering DoD 8140 Cybersecurity

What you'll do

Provide technical and functional leadership for a world-class Systems Engineering organization.
Oversee the development, design, integration, test, and implementation of state-of-the-art space systems solutions.
Manage a team of 8-10 technical staff members to ensure successful program execution.
Perform technical contributions and management for a specific program, accounting for 90% of the role.
Recruit, source, onboard, and manage performance for both internal employees and external contractors.
Develop and maintain functional processes, tools, and artifacts to meet Space Sector requirements.
Support business strategy efforts including proposals, gate reviews, and independent review teams.
Mentor and coach employees to drive career development and identify necessary skills for program execution.

What we're looking for

Must have a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain TS and SCI clearances.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have technical depth in cybersecurity areas including risk management, software assurance, security architecture, and cryptography.
Must demonstrate strong leadership skills to manage, recruit, and mentor a team of 8-10 technical staff members.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and high proficiency in technical problem solving.
Must have the ability to travel 10% of the time.
Must have at least 90% pre-existing coverage on a program within the Space Sector in Redondo Beach, CA (preferred).