Mission Cyber Architect
Core
Define and implement robust cybersecurity measures, security architectures, and risk management strategies for complex ground and space mission systems.
Role type
Senior IC Mission Cyber Architect
Builds
Next-generation space systems with integrated zero-trust security and AI/ML-enabled threat detection
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Zero-trust architecture design, secure-by-design frameworks, AI/ML threat detection, space systems security, full lifecycle security engineering, cross-functional team leadership
Preferred skills
TS/SCI clearance, Principal Investigator experience, advanced degree in CS/Cybersecurity, AI/ML behavioral modeling
Technologies
Zero-trust frameworks, AI/ML anomaly detection, space network operations tools
Responsibilities
Lead security architecture development for ground and space mission systems; Define and implement zero-trust architecture and secure by design principles; Develop and execute cybersecurity prototypes and testbeds; Apply AI/ML-enabled threat detection and anomaly detection techniques; Lead cross-functional engineering teams through full lifecycle security engineering; Partner with national laboratories and industry partners to transition emerging security technologies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
