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Spirit Defense - Experienced Information Assurance Specialist

Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 5/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

  • Monitor laws, regulations, industry standards and best practices related to confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and ensure the implementation of these standards in the organization as required
  • Develop, maintain and interpret policies and procedures related to the protection of systems, networks, people, information and property
  • Perform compliance and assessment activities related to information security, data privacy, incident management and risk management
  • Collaboratively develop risk mitigation plans with subject matter experts and ensure accountability for these actions
  • Assess compliance, security, and control risks related to information systems and technical infrastructure
  • Develop training and education materials and promote information security awareness
  • Translate complex, technical concepts into business-relevant terms to facilitate effective decision making by non-technical personnel
  • Support audit activities - both internal and external, related to information security
  • May oversee and manage the DoD accreditation of secure operating systems and networks
  • Collaborate with federal oversight/regulatory agencies to ensure company/program compliance to DoD requirements
  • May manage information systems access requests and administer security awareness training programs
  • May require information system security certifications

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 10 years of related professional experience
  • Must be able to obtain a CISSP and/or CISM Certification within first 6 months of employment
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Active DoD Security Clearance and/or Special Program Access
  • Active CISSP and/or CISM Certification
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Systems, vulnerability, infrastructure, and/or cyber security background
  • Cross-functional coordination/communication to achieve project goals
  • Strong computer proficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of manufacturing business processes
  • Strong Microsoft Office experience; above-average Excel skills, some Microsoft Project skills
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $102,600- $157,300

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Salary : $102,600 - $157,300

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