Sr Staff Cyber Security Architect- Remote

General Electric; Overland Park (KS); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic cybersecurity architect to lead modernization efforts in secure development capabilities. This remote position involves conducting architectural assessments, collaborating with leadership, and advising on security tools and technologies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity and solutions architecture, with a strong understanding of modern software and cloud architectures. Join a supportive work environment that values diversity and offers professional growth opportunities while making a significant impact on securing enterprise technologies.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in Cyber Security or Solutions Architecture.
• Strong understanding of modern software and cloud architectures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct architectural assessments and provide cybersecurity recommendations.
• Collaborate with partners to define and maintain cybersecurity strategies.
• Lead strategic technical programs within larger project teams.

Skills

Cyber Security

Solutions Architecture

Risk Assessment

Client Management

Programming Languages

Security Architecture Design

Threat Models

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

NIST 800-53

NIST 800-171

OWASP

CIS

STIG

Job description

**Job Description Summary**

This position involves working on highly complex projects requiring in-depth domain knowledge in multiple specialized areas. The role includes leading the modernization of secure development capabilities, enhancing security engagement and assessment functions, and collaborating directly with the business to secure systems during and after development. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and practical experience securing enterprise technologies.

**Job Responsibilities:**

1. Conduct multi-dimensional architectural assessments considering risk, data types, identity, landing zones, control adherence, and threat models to provide recommendations and designs.
2. Collaborate with partners and leadership to define and maintain cybersecurity strategies.
3. Present concepts and plans that influence key cybersecurity objectives.
4. Perform risk assessments on software and system architectures.
5. Advise on security tools, technologies, and capabilities.
6. Develop roadmaps and implementation plans aligning current and future architectures.
7. Review and develop use cases and problem statements across teams.
8. Research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to support projects and operations.
9. Support execution teams by resolving roadblocks and managing dependencies, partnering with external technical and functional teams.
10. Utilize a variety of security tools across diverse environments, with the technical depth to implement end-to-end solutions aligned with security architecture.
11. Provide cybersecurity guidance to organizational leaders and product teams.
12. Lead and execute strategic technical programs within larger project teams.
13. Develop security policies, standards, and interpret regulatory controls.
14. Operate independently and be self-directed as needed.
15. Maintain a customer-focused approach, building strong relationships and creating processes from the customer's perspective.
16. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship within the domain.

**Technical Expertise:**

1. Experience with security architecture design and assessment of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, AI/ML technologies.
2. Hands-on experience with Threat Models.
3. Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
4. Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and Model Development Life Cycle.
5. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, OWASP, CIS, STIG, DFAR requirements.

**Qualifications:**

1. Bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years of professional experience, or an Associate’s degree with at least 13 years, or a High School Diploma with at least 15 years.
2. Minimum of 7 years in Cyber Security or Solutions Architecture.

**Eligibility:**

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. No visa sponsorship is provided.

**Desired Characteristics:**

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or STEM
• Experience as a senior cybersecurity architect
• Strong understanding of modern software and cloud architectures
• Experience with strategic cybersecurity projects and evaluating various technologies
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Recognition as a subject matter expert

GE Aerospace offers a supportive work environment, professional growth, and competitive pay. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. Employment is contingent upon a successful drug screen and legal work authorization. Relocation assistance is available. This is a remote position.