Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a motivated, self-driven, Senior Cyber Security Engineer for an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM).

This role will be working directly with an experienced software development team in creating a platform to allow development inside an environment that aligns with DevSecOps and GitOps principles towards CI/CD. You will help with rapidly deploying web applications into various cloud platforms with a security mindset. You will develop automation scripts for our CI/CD pipeline and code infrastructure for various cloud platforms through Infrastructure as Code.

Why BAE Systems? BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The 1,400+ BAE Systems employees and sub-contractors located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah are aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustainment of the existing LGM-30 Minuteman III (MM III) weapon system and acquisition of its replacement, the YLGM-182A Sentinel, formerly known as Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD). We are a valued mission partner delivering daily excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for many consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!

Why Utah? You’ve got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with a diverse and eclectic culture and truly offers a new experience for anyone willing to search. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, and camping, boating and world class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and famous first National Park in the world, Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including multiple professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for exceptional, cutting edge medical care with people traveling from across the region for a range of nationally renowned specialty care centers and doctors. The Salt Lake International Airport is expanding and offers easy direct access to just about anywhere you want to fly.

Why the DTO and Sentinel? The DTO supports an array of clients and transformational initiatives across the Air and Space Force. The Sentinel Program specifically is an enormous and complex “Mega-Project” modernizing the entire ICBM weapon system deployed across tens of thousands of square miles in five states. Without a doubt Sentinel is one of the DOD’s most important acquisition efforts for the next decade, if not longer. It includes a complete refurbishment of hundreds of aging Minuteman III ICBM facilities to secure and support a newly designed, technologically advanced ballistic missile. It will also provide an entirely new command and control system as well as vast array of required support equipment specifically engineered to operate and sustain the new weapon system over the decades ahead, and remain operational until at least 2075.

Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our security team. This pivotal role involves safeguarding our digital assets, infrastructure, and data against threats by designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive security solutions. The ideal candidate will lead security initiatives, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with various departments to integrate security across all levels of our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Architecture: Design, develop, and maintain secure network architectures, including firewalls, VPNs, Zero Trust Network Access via SDP, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

Threat Management: Monitor, analyze, and respond to security threats and incidents in real-time, using advanced security tools and threat intelligence.

Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate security risks.

Incident Response: Lead incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery, while documenting processes and outcomes.

Compliance and Auditing: Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS), and assist in internal and external audits.

Security Operations: Oversee the security operations center (SOC) functions, ensuring 24/7 monitoring and response capabilities.

Policy Development: Develop, document (SSP creation), and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines for a cloud environment.

Education and Training: Provide training and awareness programs to employees on cybersecurity best practices.

Technology Evaluation: Research, recommend, and implement new security technologies and methodologies to enhance our security posture.

Leadership: Mentor junior security staff, manage projects, and contribute to strategic security planning.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 7+ years of directly related work experience with Bachelor’s degree (or 5 years’ experience with MS). At least 3 years progressive responsibility providing technical leadership.

• Familiar with DevSecOps and GitOps Methodologies
• Deep understanding of network security, system security, cloud security, and application security principles.
• Expertise with security tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, antivirus solutions, and endpoint protection.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming for security automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Experience with cloud security in platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of penetration testing tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks and security standards.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex security data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities with a track record of implementing security solutions.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent.
• Experience in a SOC environment.
• Background in managing or contributing to security operations on a large scale.
• Knowledge of machine learning or AI for security applications.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77814 - $132283

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.