Aerospace Cyber Security System Architect (d/m/w)

Salary: 70.000 - 100.000 € per year

Requirements:

Degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, communications, computer science, or a similar field, or comparable experience

Several years of experience in system security engineering and defining security concepts and processes for complex solutions for space and aviation systems

Good knowledge of cybersecurity standards and frameworks, such as the ISO 27000 family, NIST 2, and CMMC, and familiarity with security products and secure communications protocols

Strong expertise in secure architecture principles and concepts, such as Zero Trust, Defense in Depth, and Least Privilege

Knowledge of risk assessment frameworks, such as EBIOS and NIST SP 800-37

Solid understanding of how to define verification and validation procedures for secure architecture

Excellent communication and writing skills in English; German is a plus

Responsibilities:

Provide end-to-end cybersecurity support to projects

Lead the definition of security requirements and security concepts for specific projects

Lead the design of secure architectures for aerospace solutions

Lead security risk assessment and threat modeling processes

Act as Security Officer for certain aerospace projects and serve as the point of contact for related security topics

Verify and validate cybersecurity system and network designs

Evaluate, develop, and adapt baselines for secure system and network configuration and hardening, aligned with security requirements

Support the bid team with technical security solutions and effort estimates

Coordinate with stakeholders and team members to ensure delivery of technical solutions on quality, on time, and on cost

Technologies:

Support

Mobile

Network

Security

Architect

More:

We are Airbus Defence and Space GmbH, whose Cyber Division is a European specialist in cybersecurity for defence and aerospace assets and systems. Our more than 450 cyber experts across France, Germany, the UK, and Spain develop trusted, state-of-the-art solutions for defence, government, and institutional customers, and provide operational support throughout the system life cycle. We offer a permanent professional role in our Cyber Security team, based in Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen, Immenstaad/Friedrichshafen, or Bremen. The role may be performed with reduced weekly hours and an adapted scope of responsibilities. We offer attractive compensation and benefits, 30 days of paid vacation under the collective agreement, flexible and mobile working arrangements, part-time work, job sharing and sabbaticals, development opportunities, health services, a canteen and cafeteria, and a diverse, inclusive workplace. We support personal growth with customized development solutions and flexible working arrangements wherever possible. The role requires awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to integrity. We welcome applications regardless of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

last updated 42 week of 2026