Senior Principal Cyber Architect

BAE Systems

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Hudson, New Hampshire

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PERMANENT

REMOTE/WORK

FROM HOME

Updated 09/06/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Description

See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA), we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability.

BAE Systems is looking for a Senior Principal Cyber Architect with a strong Systems Engineering background. The qualified candidate will be working on and leading cyber engineering teams supporting cybersecurity engineering activities in a rapid development environment to support the specification, development, and application of computer security technologies, cybersecurity and information assurance management techniques to DoD systems on the Compass Call program in Hudson NH. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100 of the time.

Tasks may include:

Leading systems engineering teams

Leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoD Systems in accordance with Risk Management Framework

Supporting traditional systems engineering tasks such as CONOPS, requirements development and allocation, cyber design engineering, cyber implementation engineering, verification and Validation, and continuous monitoring efforts during deployment, Operations and Sustainment

Supporting offensive architecture analysis and design of defense-in-depth solutions

Supporting Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) integration

Developing and assessing system security plans including, security concepts of operation, risk management matrix, security control traceability matrix, security test procedures, and plan of action and milestones

Conducting and analyzing vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)

Analyzing static code scans and dynamic code scans to validate Application Security and Development STIG compliance

Who You Are:

You are able to concisely explain complex subjects in person and in email

You're constantly updating your to-do list and planning ahead

You love working with a team and receiving input from others

Requirements

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor of Science degree in a Cyber, Systems, Software, Electrical, Mechanical or similarly related engineering/technical discipline, and 10+ year(s) related experience or equivalent experience, training and/or certifications.

ISC2 CISSP-ISSEP

(or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) or equivalent

DOD 8140

Advanced Proficiency certification

Strong engineering skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively build and lead teams

Extensive experience with traditional A&A tools: ACAS Nessus, SCAP Scanner, STIG Viewer

Demonstrated expertise in national Cybersecurity policies, DoD A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems

Expertise in vulnerability assessment, control allocation and risk mitigation

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Other cyber certifications (CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, CEH, OSCP, etc.)

Top Secret/SCI security clearance by the Federal Government

Understanding of offensive security tactics, techniques and procedures

Experience with Cyber Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)

Experience writing proposals with innovative cost-effective solutions

Experience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) including Platform One, Iron Bank and Repo One

Experience with offensive architecting, threat modeling and attack vector analysis

Experience with cloud and cross domain solution accreditations

Ability to negotiate effectively with higher level managers, functional managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates

Demonstrated leadership skills (supervisory experience, building teams, building customer relationships)

Ability to support proposal and cost activities

Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) systems and Project management tools such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

Experience with leading and coordinating security test events to achieve accreditation milestones

Experience with verifying and validating vulnerability resolutions and/or mitigations

Experience with supporting proposal and cost estimate activities

Experience with Attack and Threat modeling

Strong mentoring skills

Good planning and organizational skills

Strong oral and written communications skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range:

$132962 - $226035

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.

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