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Cyber Operations Lead

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/3/2026

Job Description

BAE Systems, a top ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of War, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of War, the Intelligence Community, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. Be a part of a company that is part of the community driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are looking for an Cyber Operations Lead to serve as primary liaison between critical personnel and mission counterparts to ensure seamless coordination and mission alignment for a technical program within our IC customer space.

As the Cyber Operations Lead, you will:

  • Be responsible for mission daily cyber-defense task and operational tempo.
  • Work directly with customers, mission partners and internal staff in order to solve mission challenges.
  • Maintain cyber-tasking skills matrix and ensure team readiness to support dynamic threat environments.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelors' degree in a technical, computer science, engineering or cybersecurity field
  • 8 years of relevant program technical experience, 5 of which should be within the Intel Community
  • CISSP, CISM, CCISO, GCDS, Sec , CYSA or equivalent certification.
  • Experience with customer and mission partners
  • Extensive cyber defense tasking experience


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Advanced degree in an Engineering or a Technical field


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance health savings accounts a 401(k) savings plan disability coverage and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $149,603 - $254,317

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