Cyber Authority & Senior Architect F/H

Purpose of the Job

Thales AEC is planning to launch the development of new products with critical Cybersecurity functions.

The engineering team established in Toulouse will lead R&T and developments of innovative Aeronautical Cybersecurity Products.

Key expectations with a senior position to consolidate footprint in Toulouse and lead design of the Cybersecurity solutions and functions.

Job Description

• Lead Cybersecurity Architect for the development of Cyber products, including in particular Secure Gateway solutions
• Main Cyber interface to regulators for certification of new products
• Cybersecurity Authority (CSA) for Thales Aerospace Communications
• Definition of the Cyber product roadmap, along with the Engineering Director
• Lead preparation of next generation cyber architectures (new products, integration with next generation aircraft)
• Lead research / advanced projects for Cyber solutions & functions
• As required, provide training sessions within AEC to share Cyber expertise

Job Requirements

• Engineering degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Telecommunications or Aerospace field
• Several years of experience as Technical Leader with Cybersecurity accountability, and strong experience with the development of avionics systems
• Ability to design secure architectures for safety-critical aviation systems (e.g. Avionics, Datalink ground infrastructure)
• Detailed understanding of the ED-202 / ED-203 Aerospace Cybersecurity framework
• Proficiency with threat modelling & risk assessments (EBIOS RM, RIME)
• Deep knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS, PKI, encryption and vulnerability management
• Understanding of aircraft architecture, avionics buses (ARINC 429, AFDX, ...) and aircraft maintenance
• Experience with Zero Trust, aircraft domain segregation, and secure-by-design principles