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Cybersecurity Architect

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 26 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Airbus Spain

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • You have an engineering school degree (or equivalent) in the field of cybersecurity, OR you have significant experience in cybersecurity.
  • You have at least 5 years of experience in security and have worked on major projects in several sectors (Transport, Space, Pharmaceuticals, Banking, etc.)
  • You know how to implement the principles of defensive security and know how to carry out your activity independently.

In particular, you know how to highlight several skills in the following themes:

  • Secure architecture design
  • PKI (Public key infrastructure)
  • Cloud
  • Cryptography
  • Identity and access rights management (IAM)
  • Network security and communication protocols
  • Security in operating systems

Nice to have

Skills in one of the following areas are also a plus (optional):

  • Design methods, System engineering and security
  • Security Product Configuration and Hardening
  • Systems auditability and incident management

We also expect the following behavioral skills from our experienced employees:

  • Able to work cross-functionally within the organization, you do not hesitate to help profiles more junior than you and be a contributor to the Security Architecture Center of Competencies
  • A curious and dynamic mind
  • Adaptability to different situations and autonomy in your missions
  • You begin to develop skills around leadership, self-confidence and sharing
  • You begin to develop an interest in security standards and regulations and their relevance and application in your missions

Languages

As an international company, we work in a multicultural environment: an advanced English level is mandatory.

The role

Within our teams, the Confirmed Enterprise Cybersecurity Architect ensures that the technical and technological choices of IT and business projects respect the organization's security strategy.

It constitutes the technical security authority on corporate IS architectures, defines security models and supports the development of architectures, consistent with the IT strategy and security policies of the organization.

You will work on high-stakes activities sometimes combining notions of safety (operation, people), production issues for companies or strategic sectors of the group and for our external clients.

Located just 13 km south of Madrid, Getafe is one of Southern Europe's major technological and industrial hubs.

As a key center for aerospace, defense, and high-tech industries, it offers an exceptional professional environment to work alongside leading experts and drive cutting-edge innovation.

It offers the perfect balance between a booming career and the famous Spanish lifestyle.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

What you'll do

Your activities as an Enterprise Cybersecurity Architect will be structured around 4 main themes and typical activities:

  • Establish the IS security architecture strategy in line with the business strategy, the security objectives resulting from risk analysis and the overall security strategy of the company
  • Define and apply reference models for architectures
  • Contribute to the translation of security policies into operational security standards
  • Support projects in the design of the architecture, specify the different settings and define the technical security requirements
  • Advise on the choice of technical solutions and recommend secure architectures for IS; ensure regulatory compliance where applicable
  • Regularly review the existing architecture, identify gaps and make recommendations for security improvements
  • Define security testing and validation strategies and ensure follow-up of recommendations
  • Advise on the use and combination of existing security bricks
  • Analyze security issues linked to the introduction of new technologies or new information systems
  • Ensure technological monitoring and take it into account in the definition of security architectures
  • Contribute to the increase in security maturity of IS with technical architects and urban planners
  • Collaborate with technical security specialists to consolidate a global view of defensive IT security
  • Popularize your technical knowledge with other technical and non-technical functions.

How you'll work

Permanent

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Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Cyber Security

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to doseveral weeks in all
  1. Apply online

  2. Screening and preselection · With Talent Acquisition team

  3. Call or short video interview

    With Talent Acquisition team

    Selected applicants are offered a call or a short video interview.

  4. Technical test, case study or online assessment

    Not every role

    Some roles include technical tests, case studies or online assessments.

  5. Business interviews

    With business team and Talent Acquisition team

    One or more interviews with the business team and Talent Acquisition, in person or by video; HR, technical and competency-based discussions.

  6. Offer and onboarding · With Human Resources

  • The process may take several weeks.
  • Recorded video interviews, where used, are reviewed by a human.

Hiring process

We value human contact. In order to get to know you better, here are the usual steps of our recruitment process after analyzing your application:
● Application file to be filled in, sent by your recruitment officer.
● Technical interview with the manager.
● Interview with the Recruitment Officer.
● Personalized feedback after the process

About Airbus Spain

Airbus is a global leader in aerospace, manufacturing commercial aircraft, helicopters, and defense and space systems. With its headquarters in Toulouse, France, Airbus operates across multiple countries and employs over 130,000 people worldwide. The company is known for its commercial aircraft families like the A320 and A350, as well as its military programs such as the Eurofighter and Eurodrone.

In Spain, Airbus has a significant presence with major sites in Getafe, Madrid, and other locations, focusing on defense, space, and aerostructures. The Spanish operations are integral to Airbus's military aircraft programs and engineering excellence. For international professionals, Airbus Spain offers opportunities in a multicultural environment, with roles in engineering, IT, and manufacturing. The company supports relocation and provides a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Industry
Aerospace
Founded
1970
Employees
100,000–150,000
Headquarters
Toulouse, France
In Spain
Getafe, Madrid, Seville
Website
airbus.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Airbus Spain has major engineering and manufacturing sites in Getafe, Madrid, and Seville, offering opportunities in defense and aeronautics.
  • The company offers structured graduate programs like the 'Discover' and 'Master' internships, which are open to international candidates.
  • Airbus supports relocation for international hires, including visa assistance and integration support.
  • Spain is a key hub for Airbus's military aircraft programs, including the Eurofighter and A400M, providing unique career opportunities.
  • Airbus Spain has a multicultural work environment, with English as a common working language in many teams.

In their own words

About the company & team

Finally, we also place particular importance on your technical development, expertise and team spirit in our skills centers. You will therefore join technical communities whose objectives are to create this spirit, disseminate knowledge and bring your ideas to life!

As a confirmed profile we will also pay particular attention to the transmission of knowledge to your peers and to technical capitalization. If you are proactive, we are committed to supporting you in bringing your ideas to life!

Additional information

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By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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