Spirit Defense - Senior Information Assurance Specialist

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.Position ResponsibilitiesMonitor laws, regulations, industry standards and best practices related to confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and ensure the implementation of these standards in the organization as requiredDevelop, maintain and interpret policies and procedures related to the protection of systems, networks, people, information and propertyPerform compliance and assessment activities related to information security, data privacy, incident management and risk managementCollaboratively develop risk mitigation plans with subject matter experts and ensure accountability for these actionsAssess compliance, security, and control risks related to information systems and technical infrastructureDevelop training and education materials and promote information security awarenessTranslate complex, technical concepts into business‑relevant terms to facilitate effective decision making by non‑technical personnelSupport audit activities—both internal and external—related to information securityMay oversee and manage the DoD accreditation of secure operating systems and networksCollaborate with federal oversight/regulatory agencies to ensure company/program compliance to DoD requirementsMay manage information systems access requests and administer security awareness training programsMay require information system security certificationsThis position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)High School Diploma or GED10+ years of related professional experienceMust be able to obtain a CISSP and/or CISM Certification within first 6 months of employmentAbility to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)Active DoD Security Clearance and/or Special Program AccessActive CISSP and/or CISM CertificationBachelor's DegreeSystems, vulnerability, infrastructure, and/or cyber security backgroundCross‑functional coordination/communication to achieve project goalsStrong computer proficiency, accuracy, and attention to detailKnowledge of manufacturing business processesStrong Microsoft Office experience; above‑average Excel skills, some Microsoft Project skillsStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenUnionThis is a union‑represented position.Drug Free WorkplaceWe are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Pay & BenefitsWe strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary Pay Range: $102,600- $157,300Kansas Tax CreditJoin Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.Security ClearanceThis position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.Visa SponsorshipEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Export Control RequirementsThis position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Equal Opportunity EmployerBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.Position ResponsibilitiesMonitor laws, regulations, industry standards and best practices related to confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and ensure the implementation of these standards in the organization as requiredDevelop, maintain and interpret policies and procedures related to the protection of systems, networks, people, information and propertyPerform compliance and assessment activities related to information security, data privacy, incident management and risk managementCollaboratively develop risk mitigation plans with subject matter experts and ensure accountability for these actionsAssess compliance, security, and control risks related to information systems and technical infrastructureDevelop training and education materials and promote information security awarenessTranslate complex, technical concepts into business‑relevant terms to facilitate effective decision making by non‑technical personnelSupport audit activities—both internal and external—related to information securityMay oversee and manage the DoD accreditation of secure operating systems and networksCollaborate with federal oversight/regulatory agencies to ensure company/program compliance to DoD requirementsMay manage information systems access requests and administer security awareness training programsMay require information system security certificationsThis position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)High School Diploma or GED10+ years of related professional experienceMust be able to obtain a CISSP and/or CISM Certification within first 6 months of employmentAbility to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)Active DoD Security Clearance and/or Special Program AccessActive CISSP and/or CISM CertificationBachelor's DegreeSystems, vulnerability, infrastructure, and/or cyber security backgroundCross‑functional coordination/communication to achieve project goalsStrong computer proficiency, accuracy, and attention to detailKnowledge of manufacturing business processesStrong Microsoft Office experience; above‑average Excel skills, some Microsoft Project skillsStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenUnionThis is a union‑represented position.Drug Free WorkplaceWe are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Pay & BenefitsWe strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary Pay Range: $102,600- $157,300Kansas Tax CreditJoin Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.Security ClearanceThis position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.Visa SponsorshipEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Export Control RequirementsThis position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Equal Opportunity EmployerBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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