Senior Principal System Security Lead
BAE Systems
Totowa, NJ · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
Seeking a Senior Principal System Security Lead to design and implement security architectures and countermeasures for critical technologies. Lead a team to develop innovative solutions, collaborating with advanced technologies. Ideal for experienced engineers with a strong background in systems engineering and security architecture.