Spirit Defense - Senior Information Assurance Specialist

Position Responsibilities

• Monitor laws, regulations, industry standards and best practices related to confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and ensure the implementation of these standards in the organization as required
• Develop, maintain and interpret policies and procedures related to the protection of systems, networks, people, information and property
• Perform compliance and assessment activities related to information security, data privacy, incident management and risk management
• Collaboratively develop risk mitigation plans with subject matter experts and ensure accountability for these actions
• Audit compliance, security, and control risks related to information systems and technical infrastructure
• Develop training and education materials and promote information security awareness
• Translate complex, technical concepts into business-relevant terms to facilitate effective decision making by non-technical personnel
• Support audit activities - both internal and external, related to information security
• May oversee and manage the DoD accreditation of secure operating systems and networks
• Collaborate with federal oversight/regulatory agencies to ensure company/program compliance to DoD requirements
• Manage information systems access requests and administer security awareness training programs

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10+ years of related professional experience
• Ability to obtain a CISSP and/or CISM Certification within first 6 months of employment
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active DoD Security Clearance and/or Special Program Access
• Active CISSP and/or CISM Certification
• Bachelor's Degree
• Systems, vulnerability, infrastructure, and/or cyber security background
• Cross-functional coordination/communication to achieve project goals
• Strong computer proficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing business processes
• Strong Microsoft Office experience; above-average Excel skills, some Microsoft Project skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Pay & Benefits

• We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.
• Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
• The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• Summary Pay Range: $102,600- $157,300
• Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.
• An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

• Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Export Control Requirements

• This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.