Senior Supply Chain Cybersecurity Specialist - job 2 of 2

Senior Supply Chain Cybersecurity Specialist

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company’s Third-Party Risk & Resilience Program Management Office, operating within the Boeing Enterprise Security organization, is currently seeking a Senior Supply Chain Cybersecurity Specialist to join the team in Everett, WA; Arlington, VA;  Auburn, WA; Berkeley, MO; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; El Segundo, CA; Englewood, CO; Hazelwood, MO; Houston, TX; Huntington Beach, CA; Huntsville, AL; Jacksonville, FL; Kennedy Space Center, FL; Kent, WA; Long Beach, CA; Mesa, AZ; Miami, FL; North Charleston, SC; Ogden, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; Plano, TX; Portland, OR; Renton, WA; Ridley Park, PA; Saint Charles, MO; San Antonio, TX; Seal Beach, CA; or Tukwila, WA. 

Step into a critical role that safeguards Boeing's assets and operations across our complex global supply chain! We are seeking a key contributor to drive our program’s growth while performing essential Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (Cyber-SCRM) operational duties. Our program strategically collaborates with Procurement, Contracts, Legal, Enterprise Security, Supply Chain, and Corporate Compliance functions to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks throughout the third-party lifecycle.

In this dynamic, high-volume environment, you will play a vital role in current Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) transformation projects while executing ongoing risk management activities. As a crucial interface, you will effectively communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management and third-party representatives.

We are looking for a self-driven team player with a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks (such as NIST 800-161 and NIST 800-171), and supply chain dynamics. You will exercise sound judgment, operate with significant autonomy, and influence stakeholders, directly contributing to the protection of Boeing's critical assets. This is your chance to actively shape the future of our C-SCRM program, impacting program development and implementation while helping the team transition to sustained operational excellence as the program matures. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a vital area of our business, we want you on our team!

Position Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development, documentation, and implementation of the TPRM governance model, strategy, policies, and operating procedures

• Participate in the configuration and implementation of a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) technology platform

• Assist in designing and implementing an inherent risk assessment methodology, including questionnaire development and risk scoring logic within the TPRM tool

• Help establish and document processes for validating supplier due diligence information, such as certifications and questionnaires

• Collaborate on developing requirements and testing plans for integrating the TPRM platform with other internal Boeing systems (Procurement, Contracts, Security systems, etc.)

• Support the adoption and refinement of AI/automation tools for TPRM tasks like contract review and due diligence assistance

• Assist in developing communication materials and training for internal stakeholders and suppliers regarding updated TPRM processes and requirements

• Conduct and evolve comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments of current and potential suppliers using established methodologies

• Analyze assessment results, supplier environments, and threat intelligence to identify, prioritize, and document cybersecurity risks and control gaps

• Develop, negotiate, and track pragmatic risk mitigation and corrective action plans with suppliers

• Serve as a key cybersecurity subject matter expert during procurement activities (SOWs, RFIs/RFPs/RFS) and contract negotiations, ensuring appropriate cybersecurity clauses are included and enforced

• Define and communicate cybersecurity control requirements to suppliers based on risk assessments, data sensitivity, service criticality, and regulatory obligations (NIST 800-171, CMMC, etc.)

• Review and present technical reports and briefings on supplier cybersecurity postures and associated risks to various stakeholders

• Act as a cybersecurity SME, providing guidance and consultation to internal teams and business partners on supply chain security matters

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of new TPRM processes, tools, and metrics

This position is hybrid. The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and could potentially change in the future.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information protection and/or risk management

• 3+ years of experience in working information technology, risk, or compliance

• 3+ years of experience with managing vendors, contracts, and/or working with supply chain processes or systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, Computer Science, or a related field

• Cybersecurity certifications such as: CTPRP, CTPRA, C3PRM, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, Security+

• Experience with C-SCRM frameworks, particularly NIST SP 800-161r1

• Experience working with cybersecurity or risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001)

• Experience participating in technology implementation projects, especially GRC/TPRM tools

• Experience in process design, documentation, and improvement

• Experience evaluating, implementing, or using GRC platforms and/or specialized TPRM tools

• Experience with application of regulatory frameworks relevant to aerospace and defense (e.g., NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, DFARS, ITAR)

• Experience with contract review and negotiation related to cybersecurity requirements

• Experience with project management principles and practices

• Experience working and communicating asynchronously with teammates and cross-functional partners

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is 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:

At Boeing, 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.  

The Boeing Company also provides 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: $107,100 – $167,900

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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