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Conducts vulnerability assessments, monitors security infrastructure, and responds to security incidents. Collaborates with IT teams to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards. Typically requires experience in cybersecurity tools, threat analysis, and incident response. May also participate in security audits and contribute to the development of security protocols.\nEssential Functions\nSecure the Platform End to End\nHelp design and implement security controls across vessel systems, ground control systems, communications, and infrastructure\nImprove how data moves off deployed platforms and how software and configuration are managed across fleets\n\nTurn Findings Into Action\nInterpret security assessments and vulnerability findings\nTranslate findings into engineering tasks and system improvements\nWork with engineering teams to ensure issues are resolved\n\nHarden Real Systems\nImprove security across Linux systems, containers, and distributed components\nStrengthen authentication, access control, segmentation, and monitoring\nReduce attack surface across onboard and offboard systems\n\nSupport Risk Reduction\nAnalyze system vulnerabilities and failure modes\nValidate fixes and ensure issues are fully addressed\nHelp systems remain resilient under degraded conditions\n\nStrengthen Security Engineering Practices\nDefine practical security requirements\nContribute to documentation and technical artifacts\nSupport ongoing improvement of platform security\n\nPerform other duties as required.\nStandard Essential Functions\nRegular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].\nResponsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.\nEmbodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.\nQualifications and Competencies\nAbility to take ownership of tasks without waiting for direction\nAbility to balance speed with rigor\nAbility to work cross functionality across software, networking, and real systems\nAbility to interpret technical findings and drive remediation\nFamiliarity with scripting in Bash, Powershell, or Python and automation systems.\nFamiliarity with distributed and edge systems preferred\nExposure to NIST or similar frameworks preferred\nEducation / Certifications\nBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field.\nRelevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC GSEC, CISSP, or OSCP preferred\nExperience\n3+ years of cybersecurity or systems security experience.\nExperience with Linux hardening, network security, vulnerability scanning, vulnerability remediation, or secure architecture\nExperience with embedded or autonomous systems preferred.\nExperience with communications or control systems preferred.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:\nFrequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment\nFor the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.\nSecurity Clearance\nAbility to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.\nDisclaimer:\nAEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.\n\nAbout AEVEX \nAEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.\n\nAEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.\n\nRecruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity:\nAEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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