Senior Cyber Security Architect - Maritime CVN Systems

CACI International; Washington; On-site; USD 113,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a DPAE Aircraft Carriers Sr Cyber Security Architect to lead advanced cyber initiatives across CVN platforms. The role requires evaluating threats, defining cyber engineering standards, and coordinating with Navy and academic partners to accelerate fielding of secure capabilities.

The candidate will analyze mandates, oversee risk metrics, and drive incident response planning while mentoring engineers in a highly secure maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering from an accredited university.
• Equivalent experience of 10+ years in machinery control systems and network security may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 7 years of direct experience with machinery control systems, network security, and cybersecurity design, testing, and commissioning.
• Demonstrated strong technical writing, documentation, and oral communication skills.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Professional Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CCIE (desired).
• Navy domain experience with CVN platforms and maritime infrastructure exposure is highly preferred.
• Technical Authority: experience collaborating with TWHs and naval systems engineering directorates.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and implement next-generation cyber capabilities across the DPAE CVN portfolio utilizing data science and engineering to field capabilities.
• Emerging Mandates Analysis: analyze mandates including Zero Trust for OT, control systems, and combat systems to mitigate cyber risks.
• Technology Evaluation: assess novel cybersecurity technologies to improve CVN posture against threats to Navy control systems and HM&E assets.
• Collaborative RDT&E: work with academia, FFRDCs, and Naval Warfare Centers to support interoperability and cyber design criteria.
• Market Research: evaluate commercial technologies prioritizing rapid fielding in the maritime domain.
• Risk Metrics & Dashboards: define KPIs/KRIs and develop dashboards to inform leadership decisions.
• Data-Centric Analytics: enable continuous insights with Digital Operations teams and recommend hardening technologies.
• Incident Response Planning & Support: coordinate cyber incident response with CCIR and Maritime Cyber Planning.
• Incident Support: participate in analysis, containment, mitigation, and eradication per Navy procedures.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: engage with TYCOM, SUPSHIP, shipbuilders, and enclave managers to integrate cybersecurity into CVN design and operations.
• Technical Communication: translate cyber risks into clear briefs for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentoring & Culture: provide advisory support and training to junior engineers to promote cybersafe practices.

Skills

Machinery control systems

Network security

Cybersecurity design

Technical writing

Oral communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering

Job description

CACI International is seeking a DPAE Aircraft Carriers Sr Cyber Security Architect to lead advanced cyber initiatives across CVN platforms. The role requires evaluating threats, defining cyber engineering standards, and coordinating with Navy and academic partners to accelerate fielding of secure capabilities.

The candidate will analyze mandates, oversee risk metrics, and drive incident response planning while mentoring engineers in a highly secure maritime environment.