Act as the primary cybersecurity advisor to Aerospace business leadership, ensuring alignment with enterprise security strategy.
Lead and maintain ongoing compliance with NIST 800‑171, CMMC, and DFARS cybersecurity requirements.
Oversee creation and maintenance of SSPs, POA&Ms, and all supporting artifacts.
Identify and communicate cybersecurity risks across Aerospace operations and programs.
Support program capture, bids, proposals, and customer engagements with security requirements and compliance planning.
Partner with IT, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Legal to ensure security is embedded in processes and solutions.
Serve as an escalation point for incidents impacting Aerospace and coordinate with Security Operations and leadership.
Ensure readiness for audits, assessments, and customer reviews related to NIST/CMMC compliance.
Manage compliance with export control procedures.

8–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or risk management.
Strong background with NIST SP 800‑171, CMMC, or DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or aerospace/defense programs.
Ability to communicate complex cybersecurity topics in business terms.
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, IT, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or similar certifications.
Experience executing DFARS 252.204‑7012 and related DoD compliance activities.
Familiarity with OT, ICS, or secure product lifecycle environments.

Business Cybersecurity Partner

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