Job ID: 707600BR Date posted: Oct. 09, 2025 Program: Engineering and Technology
Description:We are Lockheed Martin

This is an Individual Contributor position for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) Line of Business (LoB) Cyber Lead Engineer. The Integrated Fighter Group is comprised of F-22, F-16, T-50 platforms. This position resides in the IFG Line of Business Engineering and Technology organization. The IFG Cyber Lead Engineer position reports to the IFG LoB Systems Engineering Segment Lead.

The individual will be responsible for leading, integrating and managing the entire IFG Cyber contract work portfolio. This involves extensive collaboration and interaction with the Aeronautics Cyber Domain Excellence team which includes: Cyber Infrastructure Engineering, Cyber Resiliency Engineering, Cyber Secure Software and Cyberworks teams and their USG Customer counterparts.

What You Will Be Doing

Responsibilities will include oversight and execution of: cyber security requirements across the entire IFG portfolio Cyber boundaries and for the full life-cycle of the each platform program (development, modernization, production and sustainment).

The Cyber Lead will have technical responsibility for complete product life cycle performance and will interface with end-user, customer counterparts concerning cyber design, development, integration, configuration and sustainment of products.

The Cyber Lead will support/coordinate the execution of a range of cyber risk analysis and security assessment methods; be able to comprehend and support customer composition of Security Classification Guide (SCG) guidance, implement patches and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to address cyber vulnerabilities, feature changes, or obsolescence; develop documentation for specific installations and configurations necessary to obtain Authorizations to Operation (ATOs) in support of program schedules; and contribute to and implement Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) to mitigate open cyber risks.

The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with a range of audiences, technical and non-technical, and will function effectively on the IFG Line Of Business (LOB) engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of contract goals, itemized planning of tasks, and prioritization of tasks that drives the efficient execution of objectives.

**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access**

What’s In It For You

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX  Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

• Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and security requirement implementation

• Experience leading engineering teams.

• Project management experience.

• Secret security clearance
Desired Skills:
• Experience reviewing and evaluating Basis of Estimates for technical accuracy and completeness across the Cyber Engineering, Design, Crypto and TEMPEST teams
• Experience working in an aerospace design environment (e.g. F-22 Program) with exposure to DoD customers and their accrediting authorities.
• Experience analyzing, decomposing, and allocating security controls into executable security requirements at the system, sub-system and component level
• Experience developing security architecture representations (e.g. Accreditation Boundaries, Physical Diagrams, Logical Diagrams, Functional Diagrams), system design modeling (UML, SysML, Rhapsody, Cameo), as well as requirements management
• Experience with Implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53 controls. Specifically related to Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG)

• Skilled in reverse engineering and vulnerability research to uncover hidden or advanced threats.
• Familiar with tools and techniques for static and dynamic code analysis.
• Effective at documenting findings and communicating risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Skilled in firmware analysis and vulnerability detection.
• Familiarity with generating Basis of Estimates (BoEs).
• Proficient in translating high-level security objectives into actionable, testable requirements to ensure complete contract scope coverage and high-quality delivery.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, regulatory frameworks, and emerging threats to inform secure design and implementation.
• Experience leading independent research initiatives to identify and address evolving application security challenges.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to prototype and implement advanced security solutions that enhance organizational capabilities.
• Strong collaboration skills with engineering and product teams to embed modern security practices into development workflows.
• Proven ability to mentor and train technical staff at all levels through structured programs, workshops, and technical documentation.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert who fosters a culture of continuous learning and security excellence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Cyber Security Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First