Senior FAA Cyber Engineer at Jobgether

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

198575.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity Engineering, Architecture Expertise, FAA Systems, NIST Compliance, FISMA Compliance, FIPS Compliance, Project Management, Cybersecurity Architecture, Zero Trust Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Technical Communication, Relationship Building, Emerging Technologies, System Integration, Security Solutions, Vendor Management

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior FAA Cyber Engineer in the United States. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply advanced cybersecurity and engineering expertise to support critical aviation infrastructure programs. You will work at the intersection of technology and operations, ensuring the security and integrity of national airspace systems through innovative solutions and rigorous adherence to federal and FAA-specific standards. The position involves collaboration with FAA system engineers, system owners, and solution providers to evaluate, design, and implement cybersecurity architectures, while providing project oversight for technical refreshes and system integration efforts. You will also support the adoption of emerging technologies, such as Zero Trust architecture and software-defined networking, to strengthen enterprise security. This is a highly impactful role in a dynamic, mission-driven environment with remote and hybrid work opportunities. \n Accountabilities: Provide cybersecurity engineering and architecture expertise across FAA telecommunications and infrastructure programs. Evaluate and recommend security solutions, ensuring compliance with federal and FAA-specific policies and standards. Support project management of system refreshes, migrations, and integrations to maintain NAS security and reliability. Collaborate with FAA system engineers, solution providers, and stakeholders to streamline security processes and system migration. Review and advise on vendor-proposed network and security architecture solutions and contract deliverables. Lead assessments of emerging technologies such as Zero Trust Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, and security orchestration. Provide guidance and coordination across multiple stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment with leadership priorities. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or a related field with 15 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience with FAA systems, policies, and security standards, particularly for NAS-critical operations. Proficiency in NIST, FISMA, and FIPS compliance frameworks. Strong project management skills with experience coordinating among multiple stakeholders and communicating with senior leadership. Expertise in cybersecurity architecture, including defense-in-depth strategies and emerging technologies. Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills, with strong relationship-building abilities. Active CISSP certification preferred. Benefits: Competitive salary range of $127,100–$198,575 annually. Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance coverage. Retirement and financial benefits including 401(k) or equivalent programs. Paid leave and flexible work arrangements including remote/hybrid options. Professional development, tuition assistance, and career growth opportunities. Recognition programs for exceptional performance and contribution. Work-life balance support through wellness initiatives and employee assistance programs. \n Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

The Senior FAA Cyber Engineer will provide cybersecurity engineering and architecture expertise across FAA telecommunications and infrastructure programs. This role involves evaluating, designing, and implementing cybersecurity architectures while collaborating with various stakeholders.