Cybersecurity Specialist- Avionics Systems (DO-326A / ED-202A)

Sopra Steria

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering).
  • Strong expertise in cybersecurity for embedded or safety-critical systems, preferably in aerospace/defense.
  • Proven experience with airworthiness security standards (DO-326A / ED-202A / DO-355 / DO-356A) or equivalent.
  • Thorough understanding of DO-178C, ARP4754A, and DO-254 development processes.
  • Proficient in threat modeling, secure coding practices, and security risk analysis (SRA).
  • Experience with certification authorities and associated meetings.
  • Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, GICSP) are advantageous.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Define and maintain the airworthiness security process across projects.
  • Perform Aircraft/System Security Scope Definition (ASSD/SSSD) and Security Risk Analysis (ASRA).
  • Derive and validate security requirements aligned with certification expectations.
  • Support secure architecture definition and verification activities.
  • Develop and maintain the cybersecurity case for regulatory compliance.
  • Contribute to security verification and validation activities, including penetration testing and audits.
  • Act as a technical advisor to promote a 'security-by-design' approach.

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members.
  • 2% annual retirement benefit opportunity.
  • Training and professional development opportunities for all members.
  • Six paid holidays annually.
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Vacation, sick time, and bereavement leave.
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health benefits.
  • Optional life insurance for spouse and children.
  • Whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Cybersecurity Specialist- Avionics Systems, you will play a key role in ensuring that cybersecurity is integrated throughout the avionics system and software lifecycle, in compliance with applicable airworthiness security standards (DO-326A, ED-202A, DO-355, DO-356A).

You will collaborate closely with system, software, and safety teams to:
  • Define and maintain the airworthiness security process across projects;
  • Perform Aircraft/System Security Scope Definition (ASSD/SSSD) and Security Risk Analysis ( ASRA) for airborne and ground systems;
  • Derive and validate security requirements aligned with certification expectations;
  • Support secure architecture definition and pertaining verification activities;
  • Develop and maintain the cybersecurity case to demonstrate compliance to authorities (EASA/FAA/TCCA);
  • Contribute to security verification and validation activities, including penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and security audits;
  • Act as a technical advisor to project teams, fostering a "security-by-design" culture rather than a compliance-only mindset.

Your mission is to empower development teams to design and deliver resilient, certifiable, and secure avionics software and systems.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field;
  • Strong expertise in cybersecurity for embedded or safety-critical systems, ideally in the aerospace or defense domain;
  • Proven experience with airworthiness security standards (DO-326A / ED-202A / DO-355 / DO-356A) or equivalent frameworks (ISO/SAE 21434, IEC 62443);
  • Thorough understanding of DO-178C, ARP4754A, and DO-254 (or relevant equivalent) development processes is a strong asset;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in threat modeling, secure coding practices, and risk analysis (SRA);
  • Relevant exposure and interactions with certification authorities (or delegates) and Stage Of Involvement meetings
  • Relevant cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, GICSP, or equivalent) are a plus;
  • Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (architecture, software, safety, verification);
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to translate complex security concepts into actionable engineering practices.


Benefits
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
  • 2% annual retirement benefit opportunity
  • Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 6 paid holidays
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Bereavement leave
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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