Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Operations & Engineering - Aviation Cyber Safety & Risk Management

Join the Cybersecurity Team at United Airlines: Protecting Customers, Employees, and Operations

We're on a mission to become the best airline in the history of aviation, and we need your expertise to help us achieve our goal of being the leading cyber-safe airline in the industry! United Airlines is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Operations & Engineering to join our Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (CDR) team. As a global company with hundreds of locations around the world, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live, and fly. Our CDR team is tasked with keeping our customers' and employees' information safe and secure, and we're looking for a skilled professional to help us embed cybersecurity into the DNA of our organization.

About United Airlines and Our Cybersecurity Mission

United Airlines is a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world, with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees. We're on a path toward becoming the best airline in the history of aviation, and we're committed to keeping our customers' and employees' information safe and secure. Our Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (CDR) team is responsible for implementing strong cybersecurity standard processes to reduce business risk and protect our operations.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Operations & Engineering to assist with the development of our product cybersecurity strategy, with expertise in process development, industry regulatory support, and technical project management. In this multifaceted role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing robust cybersecurity processes and solutions, influencing and ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading cybersecurity projects from conception to successful implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity Process Development: Develop, implement, and improve comprehensive cybersecurity processes, policies, and procedures to improve enterprise security posture and align with evolving cyber threats.
• Regulatory Compliance: Support industry working groups and partners (e.g., FAA, AIA, A4A, EASA, A-ISAC, etc.) to define new aviation cybersecurity standards and recommendations.
• Secure Systems Development Framework: Assess Secure Systems Development Framework compliance across United's operations and assist with remediation activities.
• Security Metrics and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators and metrics to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity processes and provide regular reports to management and regulatory bodies.
• Vendor and Technology Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend cybersecurity tools, technologies, and services to enhance the organization's security capabilities.
• Technical Project Management: Plan, implement, and coordinate cybersecurity projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and meet the desired objectives.

Essential Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on developing processes, supporting regulatory frameworks, and technical project management.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in cybersecurity tools, technologies, and standard processes.
• Familiarity with cloud security, network security, and secure software development processes.

Process Management

• Experience in developing and implementing cybersecurity processes, procedures, and governance structures.

Analytical Approach

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex security challenges and devise effective solutions.

Presentation Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members.

Leadership Abilities

• Ability to lead cybersecurity initiatives and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master's degree or equivalent experience.

Certifications

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC).
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• CompTIA Security+.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+).
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of application security principles.
• Experience supporting industry regulatory engagements.
• Experience with Aviation risk assessment and analysis methodologies.
• Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of aviation industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements, along with experience in implementing cybersecurity measures to meet these standards.

What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $105,600 - $154,880, plus a comprehensive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy, and well-traveled. Our benefits include:

• Parental leave.
• 401k.
• Space available travel.
• Employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities.

Work Environment and Culture

At United Airlines, we value diverse experiences and perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. We're committed to creating a work environment that's inclusive, collaborative, and supportive of all employees. Our office is located in a remote location, and we're looking for someone who is able to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and experienced cybersecurity professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.

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