[Remote] Engineer - Aircraft Cybersecurity Operations (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. United Airlines is a global company focused on connecting people and uniting the world. They are seeking an Engineer for Aircraft Cybersecurity Operations to support internal and external partners in driving the airline's cybersecurity operations, ensuring the safety and security of their aircraft.


Responsibilities

  • Support cybersecurity threat assessments and mitigation strategy solutioning
  • Support the development of aviation cybersecurity risk-related papers, reports, alerts, and bulletins
  • Support the development of AISP/ANSP responses in support of regulatory cybersecurity implications to the aircraft
  • Coordinate with internal and external partners to help operationalize cybersecurity improvements to aircraft and airport operations
  • Continue to gain knowledge and understanding of industry standards and regulatory best practices related to aircraft cybersecurity

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree required, STEM field preferred
  • 2 or more years of combined related experience in either aircraft engineering, aircraft cybersecurity, embedded product security, or other similar related fields
  • Basic understanding of airport operations
  • Basic understanding of aircraft avionics, cabin, and propulsion systems
  • Basic knowledge of risk assessments
  • Basic understanding of cryptography concepts
  • Basic understanding of network exploitation, attack strategies and methods, current IT security technology, software, and cyber threat mitigation tools
  • Working knowledge of computer operating systems, network design, embedded security, and security architecture principles
  • Ability to work independently and self-motivate
  • Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, interpersonal, collaboration, written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
  • Aviation experience
  • Working knowledge navigating hardware-based security techniques and assessments
  • Working knowledge of programming languages
  • Basic understanding of digital design and understanding of hardware at the component level
  • Basic understanding of security risk methodologies consistent with the aviation industry
  • Basic understanding of aviation security regulations and standards

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • Accident & disability
  • Parental leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Commuter
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Flight privileges

Company Overview

  • United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online. It was founded in 1926, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.united.com.

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