Senior Cyberspace Assessments & Exploitation Lead

The Aerospace Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 147,600 - 221,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, VA, seeks a Cyberspace Assessments & Exploitation Manager to lead cybersecurity assessments for national security missions. The role involves integrating assessment capabilities with U.S. Space Force operations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or penetration testing. The position offers competitive compensation with health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, penetration testing, or vulnerability assessment.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Ability to maintain a U.S. security clearance and citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cybersecurity assessment and penetration testing programs.
• Integrate assessment capabilities with U.S. Space Force operations.
• Develop and manage high‑performance teams.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Penetration Testing

Vulnerability Assessment

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or related STEM discipline

Advanced degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Cybersecurity Certifications (CISSP, OSCP, CEH, etc.)

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, VA, seeks a Cyberspace Assessments & Exploitation Manager to lead cybersecurity assessments for national security missions. The role involves integrating assessment capabilities with U.S. Space Force operations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or penetration testing. The position offers competitive compensation with health benefits and a supportive work environment.