Job Description
BAE Systems, Inc. Intelligence and Security is seeking a Lead Cloud Security Architect with extensive experience in designing and implementing security measures for cloud-based information technology environments and related capability solutions. As a Lead Cloud Security Architect, this position will be responsible for ensuring the security of applicable cloud infrastructure and solutions; developing and implementing security standards and best practices; and providing technical guidance to other security architects and engineers.

Additional responsibilities include:

Develop and implement security measures for cloud-based solutions that meet Government requirements.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other security architects and engineers.
Develop and implement security standards and best practices for cloud infrastructure and solutions in AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud platforms hosted in FedRAMP and FedRAMP+ environments.
Evaluate new cloud security technologies and common services and make recommendations for their use.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure cloud-based solutions.
Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

Serve as a principal liaison for enterprise-level boundary defense initiatives to ensure consistent and sufficient identification and implementation of applicable cybersecurity controls in concert with the agency cybersecurity and cloud architecture and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) security guidelines.

Develop and maintain relationships with CSPs and vendors.
Develop and maintain documentation related to cloud security solutions.
Understand and implement the following standards: DISA STIG and NIST SP 800-53.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

8+ years of experience in cloud security, with at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
2+ years of experience working in a DoD or other Federal Government environment
Experience with FedRAMP or FedRAMP+ environments
DoDI 8570.01/8140.02 IASAE Level-III Compliant Certification or IASAE II (i.e., a CISSP-IASSEP or CISSP-ISSAP) achieving IASAE III within six months of contract award
Experience with public cloud providers (certificate preferred) such as AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP in FedRAMP and FedRAMP+ environments.
Knowledge of security and compliance requirements for cloud-based solutions operating within the Government, including DoD Cloud Computing SRG v1 R 4 (or superseding versions or releases).
Experience with cloud security technologies such as identity and access management, encryption, and network security
Must possess a minimum of an active DoD Secret Security Clearance at time of award and throughout the duration of the contract

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.