Network Security Architecture - Project Leader

The Aerospace Corporation

Network Security Architecture Project Leader at Aerospace Corporation engaging in projects to establish secure communications for DoD space systems. Analyze systems, coordinate cybersecurity, and develop mission engineering products for the US Space Force.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,900 - $199,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conducting analysis of system requirements and threats to identify options for providing protection for critical data and communications
Coordinate corporate technical resources to provide customers with products and advice to support the development of architectures and solutions to protect individual systems and communications among systems-of-systems
Coordinating implementation of cryptographic, cryptographic key management, and related cybersecurity requirements for space programs
Provide analysis of design trade space and provide inputs on specific design elements, in relation to environmental, trust, and cyber-security issues
Coordinating the results of analysis or resolution of issues across the Space Force, HQ CCC, CCSD, NSA, and other Department of Defense components and agencies
Developing security risk assessments and completing other systems engineering and cybersecurity tasks as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science or higher degree from a technical program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or other applicable technical degree
Eight years of relevant professional experience in scientific or engineering positions
Experience with assessments or systems engineering / architecting of cybersecurity solutions, network security, or cryptographic products
Experience with systems engineering subject areas, including requirements engineering, verification, test, and/or risk management
Willing to travel periodically, as needed
Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain additional clearances, which are issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to acquire a security clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

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Hard Skills & Tools

systems engineeringcybersecuritycryptographycryptographic key managementrisk managementnetwork securityrequirements engineeringverificationtest

Soft Skills

analysiscoordinationproblem-solvingcommunication

Certifications

TS/SCI security clearance