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LAYIQ - Vice President of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at AeroVironment

Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles
Extensive experience in defense contracting environment with classified programs
Proven track record implementing and maintaining DoD cybersecurity compliance programs (NIST 800-171, CMMC, RMF)
Demonstrated experience managing enterprise-wide security programs in complex, multi-site organizations
Experience leading organizations through CMMC certification and FedRAMP authorization processes
Strong background in both physical and cyber security operations
Security Clearance
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required
Eligibility for Special Access Programs (SAP) preferred
Certifications (Required)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
One or more of the following: CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)
Certifications (Preferred)
GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)
CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
CMMC-AB Certified Professional or Provisional Assessor
Technical Knowledge & Skills
Deep understanding of NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171
Expertise in CMMC 2.0 requirements and assessment processes
Knowledge of DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) and FedRAMP
Understanding of DFARS, FAR, ITAR, EAR, and related defense contracting regulations
Proficiency with security technologies: SIEM, EDR/XDR, IAM, PAM, DLP, CASB, firewall/IDS/IPS
Understanding of secure software development practices and DevSecOps methodologies
Knowledge of zero trust architecture principles and implementation
Familiarity with classified network operations and cross-domain solutions
Leadership Competencies
Strategic thinking with ability to translate security requirements into business enablement
Executive presence with proven ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong risk management and decision-making capabilities under pressure
Proven ability to influence and build consensus across organizational boundaries
Experience managing and developing diverse, geographically distributed teams
Budget management and financial acumen
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Working Conditions
Position may require up to 25% travel to company facilities, customer sites, and industry events
Occasional after-hours availability for incident response and maintenance windows
Work in both office environments and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs)
May require access to classified information and restricted areas
Special Requirements

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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U.S. Citizenship required

Vice President of Cybersecurity & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

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