Business Segment Director – Space Mission Systems | TS/SCI Poly | Scottsdale, AZ

Business Segment Director – Space Mission Systems

📍 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona / Remote Flexibility Available
🏢 Work Model: Remote with Travel Requirements
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🔐 Security Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required at Time of Hire
🔒 CI Polygraph Preferred (Must be eligible and willing to obtain post-hire if not currently held)

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $200,000 – $290,000
  (Depending on experience and qualifications)

• Full comprehensive benefits package

• Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates

• Interview travel reimbursement provided

📍 Location & Travel Expectations

• The role can ultimately be performed remotely with travel as needed

• However, the first 3 months will require significant onsite presence in Scottsdale to support onboarding, stakeholder integration, and operational ramp-up

• Following this initial period, candidates may be based remotely but must be willing to travel when required for program, customer, and leadership engagements

🚀 The Opportunity

A leading defense and aerospace organization is seeking a Business Segment Director to lead a portfolio of advanced national security and space mission programs supporting critical missions globally.

The portfolio includes technologies and programs related to:

• Data networking & secure data transport

• Cybersecurity & high-assurance cryptography

• Mission-critical space systems

• Satellites & embedded mission technologies

• Secure communications & networking platforms

This executive leadership role oversees high-value development and production programs and is responsible for strategic growth, operational execution, customer engagement, financial performance, and organizational leadership across a highly complex classified portfolio.

The ideal candidate is a proven defense industry executive with deep expertise across space systems, secure technologies, avionics, cybersecurity, cryptographic solutions, or embedded mission systems, combined with strong operational leadership and business development capabilities.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Lead and expand a portfolio of mission-critical defense and space programs

• Develop and execute short- and long-term business growth strategies

• Identify and capture adjacent and new business opportunities

• Drive business development and customer engagement initiatives

• Support strategic portfolio growth within national security and classified environments

Program & Operational Leadership

• Oversee execution of complex development and production programs

• Manage financial, operational, schedule, and customer satisfaction objectives

• Ensure successful delivery across highly classified and technically complex environments

• Balance mission urgency, execution discipline, and customer expectations

• Lead operational performance across multiple programs and business initiatives

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as senior interface to government and defense customers

• Build trusted relationships across:

• Space systems organizations

• Cryptographic and cybersecurity communities

• Networking and avionics sectors

• Certification and mission authorities

• Communicate effectively with executive, operational, and technical stakeholders

• Represent the business segment with senior internal and external leadership

Organizational & Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor high-performing engineering and program leadership teams

• Drive accountability, collaboration, and organizational alignment

• Support transformation and change management initiatives

• Foster an inclusive, innovative, and mission-focused culture

• Build and sustain high-performing cross-functional teams

Technical & Mission Leadership

• Support programs involving:

• Satellites and space mission systems

• Secure networking solutions

• High-assurance cryptographic systems

• Embedded mission technologies

• Secure communications platforms

• Collaborate across engineering, operations, and customer teams to deliver mission success

• Support Agile development environments and innovation initiatives

• Identify opportunities for AI-enabled operational improvements and efficiencies

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 15+ years of leadership experience within defense contracting or related national security environments

• Proven experience managing:

• Complex development programs

• Production programs

• Large portfolios or business segments

• Strong expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Space systems

• Satellites

• Cryptography

• Cybersecurity

• Secure networking

• National security systems

• Active TS/SCI clearance required at time of hire

• Ability and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph clearance

• U.S. Citizenship required

⭐ Preferred Background

• Embedded systems or avionics experience

• Experience supporting compartmented programs

• Agile development environment experience

• Existing relationships across aerospace and defense communities

• Experience operating within large matrix organizations

• Strong financial and operational leadership capability

• Experience leading organizational transformation initiatives

🛠️ Core Skills

✔ Strategic Planning
✔ Business Development
✔ Program Execution
✔ Space Systems Leadership
✔ Cryptographic Solutions
✔ Cybersecurity
✔ Financial Management
✔ Customer Relationship Management
✔ Change Management
✔ Team Leadership
✔ Defense Contracting
✔ Agile Development
✔ Operational Leadership
✔ National Security Programs

🎯 Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an executive-level aerospace or defense leader who:

• Brings deep expertise across mission-critical national security programs

• Understands complex space mission systems and secure technologies

• Has successfully led large organizations through growth and transformation

• Combines strong operational execution with strategic business leadership

• Is highly customer-facing and trusted within classified defense environments

• Thrives in fast-moving, high-accountability mission environments

• Demonstrates strong leadership presence, communication, and stakeholder management capability

🌟 Why This Role Stands Out

• Lead highly strategic national security and space mission programs

• Influence cutting-edge technologies in cybersecurity, cryptography, and secure space systems

• Significant executive visibility and organizational influence

• Opportunity to shape the future of secure space mission capabilities

• Join a highly respected defense and aerospace organization supporting critical global missions

• Strong long-term growth and leadership opportunity

📋 Additional Details

• Travel required based on program and customer needs

• Director-level executive leadership position

• Relocation assistance available for exceptional candidates

• Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance and be eligible to obtain a CI Polygraph

• Remote flexibility available following initial onboarding period

Recruiter Summary

This is a highly visible executive leadership opportunity within a premier aerospace and defense environment supporting advanced national security and space mission programs. The position offers the opportunity to lead complex classified portfolios involving secure communications, cybersecurity, cryptography, satellites, and mission-critical technologies while influencing long-term strategic growth and operational direction across the organization.

Ideal candidates will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational excellence, technical credibility, customer engagement experience, and deep understanding of classified defense environments.

Software Engineer (TS/SCI CI Poly) | San Diego, Aurora, Annapolis Junction, Alexandria | $DOE | Full-Time Onsite

💻 Software Engineer – TS/SCI CI Poly Required

📍 Locations: San Diego, CA | Aurora, CO | Annapolis Junction, MD | Alexandria, VA
🏢 Onsite: 100% (Active clearance access required)
🎯 Openings: 10 positions available
🕓 Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

Join a high-impact federal technology program supporting mission-critical national security initiatives. As a Software Engineer, you’ll work within an elite agile development team using modern frameworks and DevSecOps best practices to design, build, and deliver cutting-edge enterprise systems that protect and advance U.S. interests worldwide.

This is your chance to contribute to an operationally significant program—developing software solutions that enhance data integrity, security, and performance across large-scale environments. You’ll be surrounded by forward-thinking technologists and have access to continual technical training and certifications to help you stay ahead of the curve.

🧠 Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable software solutions in support of national-level mission systems.

• Collaborate within Agile and SAFe environments, participating in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

• Analyze complex system requirements and produce well-structured, efficient, and reusable code.

• Utilize Behavior Driven Development (BDD) and test automation tools to enhance software reliability and performance.

• Implement and support DevOps pipelines, leveraging tools like Jenkins and version control systems.

• Conduct software debugging, optimization, and tuning to ensure high availability and reliability.

• Author and maintain clear technical documentation and automation scripts to support deployment and testing.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with system engineers, testers, and architects to ensure end-to-end solution integrity.

🧩 Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph (mandatory)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent relevant experience)

• Strong Java development experience

• Experience with one or more of the following:

• Python, C/C++, SQL, SOAP, WSDL, PERL, PowerShell, VBS, Eclipse, Oracle, Postgres, Jenkins

• Experience with User Interface (UI) development, HTML/XHTML/XML/XSLT, and database structures

• Knowledge of both Windows and Linux environments

• Deep understanding of software engineering principles, algorithms, and secure coding practices

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities; comfortable working independently and collaboratively

🚀 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with JEE, Tomcat, WebLogic, or JBoss

• Familiarity with BDD / TDD frameworks (FITNesse, Mockito, Cucumber, Selenium, UFT)

• Secure software development and Layer 7 Policy implementation experience

• Hands-on experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or Agile Developer practices (Pair Programming, Refactoring, ATDD)

• Background in requirements decomposition, trade-off analysis, and systems integration

• SAFe Agilest Certification or prior experience in Agile teams preferred

💼 Benefits & Perks

• Competitive total compensation package

• 3 weeks Paid Time Off + 11 Federal Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% match + annual profit sharing

• Relocation assistance available

• Continuous technical training and certification support

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical national programs with emerging technology stacks

🎯 Candidate Snapshot

• Experience: 7–10 years in software development (enterprise or government systems)

• Education: Bachelor’s in Computer Science or equivalent experience

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/ CI Poly (active)

• Work Environment: 100% onsite – secure facility access required

• Travel: None

This is a career-defining opportunity for software engineers seeking to apply their technical expertise toward high-impact, classified initiatives that shape the future of national defense and intelligence. If you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments and value continuous learning — this is the role for you.

Senior Manager, Industrial Security (FSO) | $153K–$175K | Defense & Aerospace | Greenville, TX

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Industrial Security (Facility Security Officer - FSO)
Location: Greenville, TX (Onsite)
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Category: Security / Industrial Security
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: 9/80 Regular
Remote/Onsite: Onsite (classified work required)
Travel: Occasional
Visa Candidates Considered: No
Security Clearance Required: Yes (Top Secret/SCI, adjudicated and in-scope T5)
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Compensation:

• Base Salary: $153,000 – $175,000

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Commission: No

• Overtime Eligible: No

• Benefits: Full benefits package included

• Interview Travel Reimbursed: No

Role Overview:

A leading defense and aerospace organization is seeking a Senior Manager, Industrial Security (FSO) to oversee and manage all aspects of classified security operations supporting Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs. This leadership role is critical in ensuring compliance with national security regulations, managing the security program lifecycle, and protecting sensitive assets, personnel, and facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, implement, and enforce security compliance per the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule).

• Serve as the designated Facility Security Officer (FSO) and lead a multidisciplinary security team covering industrial, personnel (PERSEC), physical, and information security.

• Develop and maintain SOPs, Operational Security Programs, and ensure compliance with all federal and company security policies.

• Lead and support government security investigations, audits, and assessments.

• Oversee COMSEC program management, asset tracking, and accountability.

• Conduct security training, briefings, and education for staff with access to classified material.

• Engage with stakeholders to interpret security directives, mitigate insider threats, and respond to compliance challenges.

• Utilize tools and systems such as SIMS, NISS, DISS/NBIS, and maintain familiarity with ICD 705 standards.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on evolving federal security regulations and interdisciplinary compliance across IT, cybersecurity, and configuration management.

• Act as a security advisor to site leadership and corporate teams to ensure effective protection of personnel, facilities, and information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or

• Graduate degree with at least 10 years of related experience, or

• 16+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.

• FSO Certification as defined by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).

• Minimum 5 years of direct hands-on FSO experience.

• Current DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated, in-scope T5 investigation.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Counterintelligence or full-scope polygraph.

• Degree(s) in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or related fields.

• Proficiency in SIMS, NISS, DISS/NBIS; familiarity with ICD 705.

• Experience with Insider Threat Program management.

• Knowledge of COMSEC handling and procedures.

• Professional certifications such as ISP, CPP, or other security designations.

• Familiarity with DCS, FMS programs, or international travel processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Brings 5+ years of direct FSO experience in a classified defense or intelligence setting.

• Holds a valid FSO certificate and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

• Demonstrates deep understanding of DoD and IC regulatory frameworks.

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of operating independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong leadership, compliance, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) & Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) | TS/SCI FS Poly | $220K–$260K | Annapolis Junction, MD

Job Title: Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) & Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland (100% Onsite)
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly)
Compensation: $220,000 – $260,000 base salary
Employment Type: Full-time
Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate
Benefits: Full benefits offered
Visa Candidates: Not considered

Overview:

We are hiring two experienced cybersecurity professionals for an exciting and mission-critical government program based in Annapolis Junction, MD. Both roles require active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly (poly must be within the past 5 years and from a Maryland Intelligence Customer). While both positions are integral to the security posture of the program, each requires a different focus, background, and certification path.

1. Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Role ID: 727
Seniority Level: Mid to Senior
Clearance: TS/SCI w/ FS Poly (mandatory)
Certifications Required:

• CISSP (Required)

• ISSEP (Preferred or willing to obtain during crossover if CISSP has been held for 2+ years)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement system security designs and architectures for complex, large-scale systems.

• Lead security risk assessment and mitigation throughout the system development lifecycle.

• Conduct system security planning, vulnerability testing, and compliance verification.

• Analyze and implement secure communication protocols, encryption tools, and secure OS configurations.

• Collaborate with engineers across integration, testing, and development teams to ensure compliance with classified information handling.

• Use tools such as Nessus, NMAP, Wireshark for threat identification and remediation.

• Support RMF, risk management activities, and IA (Information Assurance) processes.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field.

• Experience with Defense-in-Depth principles, secure software architecture, and penetration testing tools.

• Proficient in scripting languages and secure configuration management.

2. Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Role ID: 643
Seniority Level: Mid to Senior
Clearance: TS/SCI w/ FS Poly (mandatory)
Certifications Required:

• IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification (Required)

• Examples: Security+ CE, CASP+, CISSP, CISM, or similar

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as ISSO for a large-scale software development and IT operations program.

• Enforce security policies and maintain operational security posture of systems.

• Manage documentation for system Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and Security Plans (SSPs).

• Conduct vulnerability remediation, IAVA compliance, and configuration management for system security.

• Support day-to-day information system operations, network security, and audit readiness.

• Coordinate with ISSM and other security stakeholders to ensure secure system integration and lifecycle support.

Preferred Experience:

• 10+ years as an ISSO in complex, standalone, or connected environments.

• Experience maintaining SSPs, performing incident response, and managing vulnerability scans.

• Familiarity with tools supporting IAVA management, CM, and system auditing.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12+ years of overall security experience preferred.

Ideal Candidate Profile (Both Roles):

• Must hold a current FS Poly with the Maryland Intelligence Customer (within the past 5 years).

• No prior CCAs (Counterintelligence Concerns).

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills and team collaboration.

• Strong commitment to best practices and high-integrity security operations.

Additional Notes:

• Both roles are 100% onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.

• Do not repost these positions.

• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.