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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

  

Job Description

  

Job Summary:Do you love taking on challenges that create a positive impact? Are you passionate about empowering the future of aviation? Join our team of dynamic, intelligent, and creative engineers working across multiple functions to further the cybersecurity of wireless airborne communication systems. We are seeking a senior-level Avionics Security Systems Engineer with extensive experience in Cybersecurity, established industry and national standards, and RTCA DO guidance material.  The ideal candidate is a versatile leader with the initiative to take on new problems and challenges.As the Avionics Security Systems Engineer, you will manage and deploy new developments in commercial aviation data security for Teledyne Controls’ airborne and ground-based products. You will serve as a Security Subject Matter Expert (SME), regularly communicating with a variety of engineering, program, and customer stakeholders. Your leadership will guide our team in designing and building hardware and software technologies that enhance the safety and security of commercial aircraft globally. This role offers autonomy and the opportunity to shape the foundational components of next-generation avionics. Imagine what you could achieve!

Detailed Description:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Develop and implement security protocols, policies, and procedures specific to avionics systems.Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and follow RTCA guidelines (e.g., DO-326A, DO-355A, DO-356A), particularly related to airworthiness security.Collaborate with the FAA and other relevant certification or standards bodies.Prepare documentation for certification processes, including compliance reports and safety assessments.Develop and coordinate incident response plans for avionics security breaches, ensuring timely recovery.Train engineering teams on security best practices and foster a security-aware culture within the organization.Liaise with avionics committees, industry working groups, and regulatory bodies.Attend industry events, conferences, and workshops to stay informed about the latest security trends and share insights.Lead development of security architectures, requirements, and test/analysis procedures.Create threat models to analyze potential security weaknesses in embedded devices and cloud-based products.Build the infrastructure for internal/external penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.Develop and implement tailored security architectures and infrastructures across multiple projects.Identify, test, and deploy new security technology.Provides input into systems definition, technical design, and costs for proposal preparation on new products.Provides technical input for customer attended design review presentations.Provides estimates and input into scheduling for system security statement of work.

Supervisory Responsibilities                                                           Provides direct oversight to a team of Security engineers, from entry level personnel to senior level engineers. Responsibilities include:Coordinates assignment of Security personnel including assignment of duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority based on individual skill sets and availability.Monitors employee hours and program charging.Reviews trip reports and travel summaries.Ensures training requirements for company processes and required Security Engineering skill sets.Mentors Security Engineers at all levels and encourages job specific classes and training.Conducts Performance Reviews based on input received from the Program Managers and engineering leads where the direct reports are assigned.Periodically keeps employees informed of their performance and assists them in setting work goals that will increase their capabilities.Promotes employee development by encouraging and supporting their advancement.Rewarding and disciplining direct reports; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                                          Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber-Security, or similar technical field preferred) plus a minimum of 10 years of security-related experience.Alternatively, a minimum of 13 years of demonstrated cybersecurity experience may suffice in lieu of a technical degree

Computer Skills                                                  Proficient with industry security tools: Vulnerability scanners, Security event logging & Monitoring Analyzers, Intrusion Detection/Prevention System (IDS/IPS) and firewall logs, System and network security audits, Anti-virus products and Central Console.   

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Security certifications such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, OEM certifications like Cisco’s Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) certification or Cisco’s Certified Design Expert CCDE, Linux certifications like Red Hat’s RHCE and Microsoft’s MCSE Security are preferred but not required. Certifications such as Security+ are also useful.

Other Skills and Abilities                                                  Strong knowledge in systems architecture as it pertains to cybersecurity.  Experience with auditing, risk and threat analysis, contingency planning, creating security standards, and using various security tools.Understanding of TCP/IP, Linux, network/system intrusion techniques, firewalls and VPNs.Working knowledge of connected systems, security concerns and supporting infrastructures.Strong knowledge of network concepts including design and troubleshooting.Good knowledge of system design concepts and application development.Working knowledge of Docker security and application containerization.Working knowledge of security implementations in cloud environments such as AWS.Focused knowledge in areas of virtualization, identity and access management, Public Key Infrastructures (PKI), mutual authentication using digital certificates, and code signing and verification.Required – Familiarity with NIST and ISO27001 standards. Preferred – Understanding of aviation security standards and guidance.Extensive experience performing security and vulnerability analyses for aircraft systems in conjunction with ARINC 842 /ATA Spec 42 and RTCA DO-326A/355/356A is required.

Competencies                                                   To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Innovation: Creates solutions for complex problems with creativity.     Continuous Education: Keeps up with industry and cybersecurity trends.Systems Thinking: Understands organizational inter-relationships and anticipates impacts of changes.Leadership: Guides teams in alignment with strategic plans.Collaboration: Works effectively with others and maintains good relationships.Dependability: Manages projects independently and produces quality work.Integrated Systems: Expert in designing and improving integrated systems.Engineering Analysis: Applies engineering analysis to system security.Security Architecture: Knowledgeable in cryptography, authentication, and network security.Analytical Skills: Analyzes data to develop informed conclusions and recommendations.Test Program Design: Skilled in designing and validating test programs.Communication: Conveys information clearly and effectively.Diversity: Promotes a harassment-free environment and adheres to EEO policy.Mentoring: Trains and mentors junior engineers.Continuous Education: Keeps up with industry and cybersecurity trends.Systems Thinking: Understands organizational inter-relationships and anticipates impacts of changes.Leadership: Guides teams in alignment with strategic plans.Collaboration: Works effectively with others and maintains good relationships.Dependability: Manages projects independently and produces quality work.Integrated Systems: Expert in designing and improving integrated systems.Engineering Analysis: Applies engineering analysis to system security.Security Architecture: Knowledgeable in cryptography, authentication, and network security.Analytical Skills: Analyzes data to develop informed conclusions and recommendations.Test Program Design: Skilled in designing and validating test programs.Communication: Conveys information clearly and effectively.Diversity: Promotes a harassment-free environment and adheres to EEO policy.Mentoring: Trains and mentors junior engineers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday within one hour plus/minus of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position may at times require long hours and weekend or holiday work as needed.

TravelThis position may require 10% domestic and international travel.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change at any time with our without notice.

  

Salary Range:

$139,700.00-$187,770.000

Pay Transparency

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​