Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Honeywell
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Job Description
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Location: Krakow, Poland (International opportunities available) | Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Overview
Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Architect to join our dynamic and growing team in Krakow, Poland. As a global leader in aerospace technologies, Honeywell is at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions for aviation, defense, and space exploration. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in establishing and maintaining security development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices across our Aerospace business unit. You will assess and evaluate the security posture of a diverse portfolio of aerospace products and technologies, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards such as DO-178C, NIST, and ISO 27001. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to collaborate with international teams while advancing mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives that protect the skies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure architectures for aerospace systems, integrating threat modeling and risk assessment throughout the product lifecycle.
- Lead security reviews and penetration testing for embedded systems, avionics software, and cloud-integrated aerospace platforms.
- Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and secure coding practices tailored to aerospace regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, product managers, and compliance experts to embed security-by-design principles.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation strategies for hardware-software integrations in safety-critical environments.
- Mentor junior architects and contribute to Honeywell's global cybersecurity roadmap.
- Stay abreast of emerging threats in aerospace, including cyber-physical attacks on drones and aircraft systems.
What Makes This Role Exciting
Join a Fortune 100 company where your expertise directly impacts the safety and innovation of next-generation aerospace technologies. Work on high-stakes projects that influence global aviation standards, with opportunities for international travel, leadership in industry forums, and collaboration with top-tier engineers. Enjoy a hybrid work model in vibrant Krakow, backed by Honeywell's robust professional development programs and a culture of innovation. This role offers unparalleled growth in a field where cybersecurity meets aerospace excellence, making a tangible difference in securing the future of flight.
Summary
We have an opportunity for Senior Cybersecurity Architect to join a growing team in our Krakow office. You will participate in establishment and maintenance of security development lifecycle best practices within Honeywell Aerospace business. This role will be responsible for assessing and evaluating the security posture of a variety of Aerospace products and technologies.
Locations
- Aleja Pokoju, 18D, , Krakow, , PL 31-564
Salary
60,000 - 120,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, DO-178C DAL A-E)intermediate
- Proficiency in secure software development for embedded systems (C/C++, RTOS)intermediate
- Threat modeling and risk assessment tools (STRIDE, DREAD, Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool)intermediate
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management (Nessus, Metasploit)intermediate
- Knowledge of cryptographic protocols and PKI for aerospace applicationsintermediate
- Cloud security in hybrid environments (AWS, Azure for IoT/aerospace)intermediate
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsintermediate
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesintermediate
- Familiarity with avionics protocols (ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553)intermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (experience)
- 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, with at least 3 years focused on aerospace, defense, or embedded systems (experience)
- Proven track record in assessing security postures for complex, safety-critical systems compliant with DO-178C, NIST 800-53, or equivalent standards (experience)
- Hands-on experience with threat modeling, secure SDLC, and risk management frameworks in regulated industries (experience)
- Strong understanding of aerospace-specific threats, including cyber-physical systems and avionics security (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related field (experience)
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC GWEB, or CCSP (experience)
- Experience with Honeywell products or similar aerospace technologies (e.g., avionics, flight control systems) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Architect end-to-end cybersecurity solutions for aerospace products, from concept to certification
- Perform in-depth security assessments, including static/dynamic analysis and penetration testing on embedded and real-time systems
- Establish and maintain SDLC security best practices, integrating tools like OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and custom aerospace scanners
- Lead cross-functional teams in threat modeling workshops and security design reviews for new product developments
- Develop remediation roadmaps and monitor security posture using SIEM tools and compliance dashboards
- Collaborate with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to FAA, EASA, and international cybersecurity standards
- Mentor and train engineering teams on secure coding, zero-trust architectures, and incident response in aerospace contexts
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with global coverage
- general: Retirement savings plan with generous company matching
- general: Professional development stipend, including certifications and conferences
- general: Flexible hybrid work model with 4-5 weeks paid time off annually
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and wellness programs
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Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Honeywell
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Job Description
Senior Cybersecurity Architect - Aerospace
Location: Krakow, Poland (International opportunities available) | Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Overview
Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Architect to join our dynamic and growing team in Krakow, Poland. As a global leader in aerospace technologies, Honeywell is at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions for aviation, defense, and space exploration. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in establishing and maintaining security development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices across our Aerospace business unit. You will assess and evaluate the security posture of a diverse portfolio of aerospace products and technologies, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards such as DO-178C, NIST, and ISO 27001. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to collaborate with international teams while advancing mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives that protect the skies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure architectures for aerospace systems, integrating threat modeling and risk assessment throughout the product lifecycle.
- Lead security reviews and penetration testing for embedded systems, avionics software, and cloud-integrated aerospace platforms.
- Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and secure coding practices tailored to aerospace regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, product managers, and compliance experts to embed security-by-design principles.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation strategies for hardware-software integrations in safety-critical environments.
- Mentor junior architects and contribute to Honeywell's global cybersecurity roadmap.
- Stay abreast of emerging threats in aerospace, including cyber-physical attacks on drones and aircraft systems.
What Makes This Role Exciting
Join a Fortune 100 company where your expertise directly impacts the safety and innovation of next-generation aerospace technologies. Work on high-stakes projects that influence global aviation standards, with opportunities for international travel, leadership in industry forums, and collaboration with top-tier engineers. Enjoy a hybrid work model in vibrant Krakow, backed by Honeywell's robust professional development programs and a culture of innovation. This role offers unparalleled growth in a field where cybersecurity meets aerospace excellence, making a tangible difference in securing the future of flight.
Summary
We have an opportunity for Senior Cybersecurity Architect to join a growing team in our Krakow office. You will participate in establishment and maintenance of security development lifecycle best practices within Honeywell Aerospace business. This role will be responsible for assessing and evaluating the security posture of a variety of Aerospace products and technologies.
Locations
- Aleja Pokoju, 18D, , Krakow, , PL 31-564
Salary
60,000 - 120,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, DO-178C DAL A-E)intermediate
- Proficiency in secure software development for embedded systems (C/C++, RTOS)intermediate
- Threat modeling and risk assessment tools (STRIDE, DREAD, Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool)intermediate
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management (Nessus, Metasploit)intermediate
- Knowledge of cryptographic protocols and PKI for aerospace applicationsintermediate
- Cloud security in hybrid environments (AWS, Azure for IoT/aerospace)intermediate
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsintermediate
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesintermediate
- Familiarity with avionics protocols (ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553)intermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (experience)
- 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, with at least 3 years focused on aerospace, defense, or embedded systems (experience)
- Proven track record in assessing security postures for complex, safety-critical systems compliant with DO-178C, NIST 800-53, or equivalent standards (experience)
- Hands-on experience with threat modeling, secure SDLC, and risk management frameworks in regulated industries (experience)
- Strong understanding of aerospace-specific threats, including cyber-physical systems and avionics security (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related field (experience)
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC GWEB, or CCSP (experience)
- Experience with Honeywell products or similar aerospace technologies (e.g., avionics, flight control systems) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Architect end-to-end cybersecurity solutions for aerospace products, from concept to certification
- Perform in-depth security assessments, including static/dynamic analysis and penetration testing on embedded and real-time systems
- Establish and maintain SDLC security best practices, integrating tools like OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and custom aerospace scanners
- Lead cross-functional teams in threat modeling workshops and security design reviews for new product developments
- Develop remediation roadmaps and monitor security posture using SIEM tools and compliance dashboards
- Collaborate with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to FAA, EASA, and international cybersecurity standards
- Mentor and train engineering teams on secure coding, zero-trust architectures, and incident response in aerospace contexts
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with global coverage
- general: Retirement savings plan with generous company matching
- general: Professional development stipend, including certifications and conferences
- general: Flexible hybrid work model with 4-5 weeks paid time off annually
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and wellness programs
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