Cybersecurity Threat Investigator

Job Description
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.

If you are looking to learn and aid in safeguarding our top cyber technologies, applications, and processes that protect and service our customers and ultimately our warfighters wherever they may be; air, land, and sea, then come join our award-winning security team at Electronic Systems (ES)!

In this Cybersecurity Threat Investigator opportunity you will make impacts in the following ways;

• Actively participate in the evaluation and recommendation of new cybersecurity investigative tools, automation activities, and security tools, techniques, and technologies to ensure they align with IT & Security's strategy and modernization initiatives.
• Conduct various types of investigations including but not limited to mishandling of classified material, theft of property, vandalism, workplace violence and other investigations as required
• Multitask and oversee multiple investigations while collaborating across multiple functional and program teams.
• Write detailed reports for senior leaders as well as government partners detailing events and outcomes of investigative activities.
• Conduct trend analysis of investigations and outcomes
• Maintain databases associated with investigations, investigation lifecycle and disposition
• Partner with various U.S. Government agencies in counterintelligence investigations
• Adherence to all aspects of a rigorous Risk Managed Framework (RMF) compliance program as stipulated by NISPOM/DAAG, JSIG, ICD 503, STIGs and associated NIST publications.
• Advance standardization, automation, and resilience capabilities across the organization while aligning with business priorities and risk tolerance
• Travel to other BAE sites for major incident investigations as required (less than 10%)
• Liaison with Federal and Local Law Enforcement partners to include the FBI, Air Force OSI, NCIS, DoD, and intelligence agencies on matters related to investigations, counterintelligence, suspicious activity and potential threats to the security posture of the ES Sector

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• IAM Level III certification commensurate with DoD 8570.1M requirements, and an active Secret Clearance
• High level of personal motivation and initiative to learn and acquire new skills, and adapt seamlessly to an ever-changing security environment
• Customer focused, excellent communicator and ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong background in information technology with a clear understanding of the challenges of cybersecurity
• Experience developing, implementing, updating and enforcing companywide information assurance policies and procedures
• Implementation of Incident Response Plans and subsequent experience with addressing cyber related investigations/incidents.
• Demonstrated experience in investigations, including investigation life cycle
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple organizations, agencies internally and externally
• Experience working with U.S. Government agencies with oversight of Cleared Defense Contractors
• Experience with database management of investigative files, employee investigative history, and chain of custody
• Interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with security management software, such as SIMS and government databases such as DISS (Defense Information Security System). Knowledge of business software: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office, etc.
• Minumum of a High School Diploma

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors Degree or above with a study inherent in a forensics relevant discipline
• Previous counterintelligence background and/or law enforcement experience
• Experience with forensic tools, multi-faceted investigations using unique tools
• Extensive experience conducting interviews
• Experienced knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
• In-depth knowledge/expertise with one or more of the following tools: Splunk, Nessus, other Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Tools
• Experience with incident response plan development and implementation
• Experience with overseeing accuracy and completion of investigative reports

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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 Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.