Cybersecurity Lead, Satellite Ground Systems

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Lead, Satellite Ground Systems role is onsite at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, NM, with annual compensation of $171,510–$207,618. The position supports the Air Force Research Laboratory SSHINE contract and Vantage Systems’ federal spaceflight work. The role provides strategic and operational cybersecurity leadership to protect satellite ground systems, maintain accreditation, manage risk, and integrate security throughout the system lifecycle. It guides engineering teams and supports mission resilience and compliance with Department of the Air Force and U.S. Space Force requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead cybersecurity strategy and implementation of RMF controls
• serve as cybersecurity authority for program execution
• oversee ATO processes, accreditation packages, vulnerability assessments, and documentation
• support audits and SAP cybersecurity activities
• integrate DevSecOps and continuous ATO practices across the engineering lifecycle
• oversee security tools and monitoring
• conduct threat and risk assessments, develop mitigations and incident response plans, and provide technical direction and mentoring.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cybersecurity lead

satellite ground systems

cybersecurity strategy

risk management framework

ato accreditation

zero trust

devsecops

continuous monitoring

ts clearance

sci poly eligibility

albuquerque nm

vantage systems

$171,510–$207,618/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Senior cybersecurity authority for satellite ground systems; requires TS clearance with eligibility for SCI Poly and extensive experience based on degree level.

About the employer

Vantage Systems is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. Sector: 54.