Director of Cybersecurity Architecture

BLUE ORIGIN

. Own the security architecture for BNS classified enclaves, mission ground segments, and lab environments .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeColorado • United StatesLead💰 $206,673 - $305,567 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity engineering with a focus on security architecture, ATO achievement under RMF, and team leadership. Proven ability to mentor and develop cyber professionals while managing classified systems in DoD or IC environments.

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Cybersecurity EngineeringSecurity ArchitectureATO Achievement Under RMFTeam LeadershipDoD 8140 IAM Level III Certification

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Hard Skills

Network Security ArchitectureIAM/PKIGovernment CloudCyber Threat DetectionEnterprise Vulnerability ManagementSecure System AdministrationEndpoint HardeningSSP AuthorshipPOA&M ClosureIncident Response

Soft Skills

MentoringTeam DevelopmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise SOCClassified Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140 IAM Level III CertificationCISSP

Industry Keywords

ATORMFCybersecurityClassified EnclavesMission IT SystemsThreat HuntingVulnerability ManagementAccreditationTop Secret ClearanceSCI Eligibility

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the security architecture for BNS classified enclaves, mission ground segments, and lab environments
Own the ATO, ATC, and overall security posture for mission IT systems
Hire, mentor, and develop cyber engineers and analysts supporting concurrent classified programs
Build team depth so no program depends on a single person
Direct threat hunting, vulnerability and patch management, and incident response with the enterprise SOC and mission partners
Drive systems to ATO under RMF and maintain accreditation
Serve as principal technical contact for government Authorizing Officials, assessors, and customer cyber leads
Lead a team of engineers and analysts across multiple sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or similar
10+ years in cybersecurity engineering, including 3+ years leading technical teams
Experience architecting and accrediting classified systems in DoD or IC environments
Demonstrated success achieving ATOs under RMF, including SSP authorship through POA&M closure
Deep hands-on expertise in at least three of: network security architecture, IAM/PKI, government cloud, cyber threat detection and monitoring, enterprise vulnerability management, secure system administration, and endpoint hardening
Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and eligibility for SAP access determination
DoD 8140 IAM Level III certification (CISSP or equivalent)
Must be able to obtain and maintain access to classified facilities
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted refugee or person granted asylum
Periodic polygraph may be required
Occasional extended hours may be required for mission-critical events and incident response

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results
Travel to Blue Origin sites, customer facilities, and mission operations locations