Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Job in
Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35824, USA
Listed on 2025-12-08
Listing for:
AeroVironment, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-08
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, IT Consultant, Security Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** Regular
* * Job Description
**** Summary
* * The Senior Cyber Security Engineer is a key technical leader within the global Digital Business Technology team, responsible for driving security architecture decisions and providing strategic direction for the organization's security posture. This role requires deep expertise across multiple security domains, demonstrated leadership ability, and proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale security solutions across cloud and on-premises environments.
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* Position Responsibilities:
*** Leads the design and implementation of enterprise security architecture across multi-cloud and hybrid environments
* Architects and oversees implementation of complex security solutions that align with business objectives and compliance requirements
* Provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior security engineers and cross-functional teams
* Develops and maintains security roadmaps, standards, and best practices for the organization
* Leads security incident response planning and execution for critical incidents
* Drives continuous improvement of security operations through automation and process optimization
* Evaluates emerging security threats and technologies to enhance organizational security posture
* Architects zero-trust security models and implements modern identity solutions across the enterprise
* Leads security design reviews for major initiatives and provides strategic technical guidance
* Develops and maintains relationships with key security vendors and partners
* Creates and maintains security frameworks aligned with industry standards (NIST, CMMC, etc.)
* Provides expert consultation on complex security challenges across the organization
* Leads security compliance initiatives and interfaces with auditors and assessors
* Develops and delivers security awareness and technical training programs
* Influences security strategy and investment decisions through risk analysis and business impact assessments
** Special Requirements:**
* *** U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or
**** asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
** Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
** Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):
*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Minimum 8 – 12 years' experience in enterprise security engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior technical role
* Advanced knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, CMMC, DFARS, ITAR)
* Proven track record of leading large-scale security initiatives and architectural decisions
* Expert knowledge of Windows, Linux, and MacOS operating systems and enterprise networking concepts
* Experience leading incident response for critical security events
* Strong technical writing skills for documentation and policy development
Demonstrated experience with:
* Enterprise security architecture and zero-trust implementation
* Cloud security and IAM platforms (e.g., Azure AD, AWS IAM)
* Advanced threat detection and response platforms
* Security Orchestration and Automated Response (SOAR) platforms
* API security architecture and secure development practices
* Next-generation firewalls and IDS/IPS systems
* Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms
* Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
* Advanced forensics and incident response
* Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems
* Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools
* Vulnerability management and assessment platforms
* Infrastructure automation and orchestration tools
* Virtual infrastructure management platforms
** Other Qualifications & Desired
Competencies:
*** Master's degree in related field preferred
* Security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM highly desired
* Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams
* Excellence in stakeholder management and executive communication
* Strong project management and organizational skills
* Demonstrated success in driving security initiatives across multiple teams
* Ability to balance security requirements with business objectives
* Track record of innovation and process improvement
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
** Physical Demands
*** Ability to work in an office environment
* Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
** Clearance Level
** Clearance Level The salary range for this role is:$118,107 - $167,475
Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
** ITAR Requirement:
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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