Aerospace Cyber Security System Architect (d/m/w)

Airbus; Deutschland; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent upskilling opportunities

Competitive compensation & pension

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellness initiatives

Résumé du poste

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH is seeking an Aerospace Cyber Security System Architect to lead secure architecture design and security concept development for defence and aerospace projects. You will oversee risk assessment, threat modeling, and security validation across complex systems, coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes English communication and may accommodate reduced hours.

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, communications, computer science or similar, or comparable experience.
• Several years of experience in system security engineering for complex aerospace/space solutions.
• Knowledge of cyber security standards and frameworks (ISO 27000 family, NIST, CMMC) and secure communications protocols.
• Strong expertise in secure architecture principles (Zero Trust, Defense in Depth, Least Privilege).
• Familiarity with risk assessment frameworks (EBIOS, NIST SP800-37).
• Ability to define verification and validation procedures for secure architectures.
• Excellent English communication; German skills are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Provide end-to-end support on cyber security for projects.
• Define security requirements and concepts for specific projects.
• Design secure architectures for aerospace solutions.
• Lead security risk assessment and threat modeling processes.
• Serve as Security Officer for aerospace projects and point of contact for security topics.
• Verify and validate cyber-security system/network designs.
• Develop and adapt baselines for secure system configurations and hardening.
• Support bid teams with security scope and effort estimation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to deliver technically sound solutions on time and on cost.

Connaissances

Security engineering

Security concepts

Secure architecture

Zero Trust

Risk assessment frameworks

Verification & validation procedures

English communication

German language helpful

Formation

Bachelor-level degree in aerospace/electrical/computer science or related

Description du poste

Job Description

To support the team, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Aerospace Cyber Security System Architect (d/m/w).

About Us & Role Description

The Cyber Division of Airbus Defence and Space is a European specialist in cyber security for defence and aerospace assets and systems.

More than 450 cyber experts in our offices in France, Germany, the UK and Spain leverage our Airbus DNA by developing products and solutions for customers based on state-of-the-art, trusted technologies.

Our mission is to design, develop, integrate and deliver tailored cyber security products and solutions for defence, government and institutional customers and provide operational support throughout the system life cycle.

This role can also be performed with reduced weekly working hours and an adapted scope of responsibilities.

Your Location

Our Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen location is just a stone's throw away from Munich, the beautiful state capital of Bavaria.

Do you like sports and other outdoor activities? The Alps and Lake Starnberg are just an hour away and offer a wide range of leisure activities.

You can also work at our locations in Immenstaad/Friedrichshafen on the beautiful Lake Constance or in Bremen near the North Sea coast!

Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive salary and individual benefits, e.g., employer-funded pension plans, mobility offers (e.g., bike/car leasing), or employee discounts at cooperating companies according to our applicable guidelines.
• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days paid vacation according to collective agreement (35h/week); compatibility of family & career (flexitime, mobile working, part-time, job sharing, sabbatical).
• Moving Ahead Made Easy: Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group-wide development prospects.
• Well-being at Work: On-site medical officer for check-ups and health services, comprehensive health programs, canteen and cafeteria, and a kindergarten close to the site.
• Diversity Connects: Working in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, support, and diversity are actively lived and every voice is heard.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Provide end to end support to projects with regards to cyber security.
• Lead the definition of Security requirement , security concept for specific projects.
• Lead the Design of Secure architecture for Aerospace Solutions
• Lead the Security Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling Processes
• Act as Security Officer for certain Aerospace Projects and be the point of contact for all related security topics
• Verification and Validation of Cyber-security System/Network design
• Evaluate, develop and adapt Baseline for secure system and network configuration and hardening aligned with security requirement
• Support the Bid Team with the technical solution (security scope) and effort estimation
• Coordinate with the different stakeholders and team members to ensure the delivery of the technical solution on-quality, on-time and on-cost (oQoToC)

Desired skills and qualifications

• You are educated to a degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, communications, computer science or similar, or comparable experience
• You have several years of experience in system security engineering and the definition of security concept and processes for complex solution for Space and Aviation systems
• You have good knowledge of the different Cyber Security standards and frameworks ( e.g. ISO 27000 Family, NIST 2 , CMMC, …) and you are well-versed in Security Products and Secure Communications Protocols
• You possess strong expertise with Secure Architecture Principles and Concepts ( e.g Zero Trust , Defense in Depth, Least Privilege…)
• You are knowledgeable of the Risk Assessment framework (e.g. EBIOS , NIST SP800-37..)
• You have a solid understanding to define verification and validation procedures for secure architecture
• Your excellent communication and writing skills in English set you apart; German would be a plus

Company Information

Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Cyber Security

Consent

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Diversity and Inclusion

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.