Cybersecurity Lead

Cybersecurity Lead

The Cybersecurity Lead serves as the senior cybersecurity authority responsible for protecting satellite ground systems and ensuring full compliance with Department of the Air Force and U.S. Space Force cybersecurity policies. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across cybersecurity architecture, accreditation, risk management, and continuous monitoring activities. The Cybersecurity Lead is accountable for integrating cybersecurity throughout the system lifecycle, maintaining accreditation posture, and ensuring mission systems remain resilient against evolving threats.

• Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance
• Lead development and execution of the cybersecurity strategy for satellite ground systems, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Space Force policies, including full implementation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls
• Serve as the cybersecurity authority for program execution, ensuring alignment with CNSSI 1253, DISA STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity directives
• Apply Zero Trust principles to safeguard satellite ground system architectures against unauthorized access
• Accreditation & Compliance
• Lead and oversee the Authority to Operate (ATO) process, ensuring accreditation packages, vulnerability assessments, and supporting documentation meet U.S. Space Force cybersecurity standards
• Maintain operational proficiency in eMASS and working knowledge of the Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct (CSRMC)
• Lead teams through external cybersecurity audits and internal compliance reviews to ensure regulatory adherence
• Support SAP environment cybersecurity requirements and accreditation activities
• Lifecycle Cyber Integration
• Integrate cybersecurity across the engineering lifecycle using DevSecOps principles and continuous ATO (cATO) methodologies
• Ensure cybersecurity is embedded throughout design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment processes
• Configure and deploy advanced cybersecurity tools and technologies, including SIEM platforms, endpoint protection systems, and vulnerability scanning tools
• Threat & Risk Management
• Identify system vulnerabilities and conduct threat and risk assessments
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to reduce risk and strengthen system resilience
• Develop and maintain incident response plans to prepare program teams for cybersecurity events and breaches
• Provide technical oversight of cybersecurity monitoring tools (e.g., Nessus, Splunk, SolarWinds)
• Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
• Serve as the primary cybersecurity point of contact for customer interactions, including U.S. Space Force, DISA, and other DoD entities
• Provide technical direction to cross-functional engineering teams to ensure secure system implementation
• Mentor and train junior team members and program staff to strengthen cybersecurity knowledge and culture across the organization

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI required. Must be SAP eligible
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field required. Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Required Skills:

• Minimum 8-10 years of professional cybersecurity experience supporting complex, multi-level systems
• Experience supporting U.S. Space Force, DoD, or Intelligence Community programs
• Demonstrated experience achieving ATO for DoD or space-related systems
• Background supporting satellite ground systems or space programs
• Experience supporting SAP environments and associated cybersecurity requirements

Preferred Skills:

• Experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture within DoD or space environments
• Proven ability to lead cybersecurity teams and provide technical direction across cross-functional environments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate system risks and implement effective cybersecurity measures
• Commitment to supporting U.S. Space Force objectives and ensuring mission success through robust cybersecurity execution

Work Environment

Customer site (Albuquerque, NM) Occasional travel may be required

Infinity Benefits

• Great Company Culture
• Health Benefits
• 401(k) company contribution
• Free professional financial planning advisors
• Health and Wellness
• 48 hours of sick leave, in addition to your Vacation, as well as Flex-Spending options (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Genuine work/life balance and flexibility
• Education and Professional Training Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing Plan

EEO including disability/vet

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