Senior Cybersecurity Engineer I - Secret Clearance

Description

The company builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems across the full space chain, from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to parts such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, and radios.

The Space Systems team has supported more than 1,700 missions, including interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing, and national security and defense work, with components and spacecraft built for Moon and Mars missions.

The team works with NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force, and it works to tight deadlines under pressure.

This role is based in Long Beach, CA, and focuses on designing, building, and running the security infrastructure for Space Development Agency programs.

The position calls for a solid grasp of security principles, strong hands-on technical skills, and the ability to anticipate new threats before they become problems. The team is looking for someone with deep software security engineering experience who solves problems proactively and takes data protection seriously.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage security controls that protect the program's networks, servers, and applications.
• Run regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to find and reduce risk.
• Write and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards that meet regulatory requirements and industry practice.
• Watch security monitoring systems, handle incidents, and deliver clear analysis and fixes.
• Work with IT and development staff to build security into every stage of the software lifecycle.
• Track new security trends, tools, and threats, and propose changes that strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Coach and guide junior security engineers and other IT staff.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in system security engineering or a similar role.
• An active Secret security clearance, required at the time of hire.
• An 8140 Intermediate or Advanced certification, such as Security+, Cloud+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or an equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST 800, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
• Hands-on skill with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Experience securing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• U.S. citizenship is required because of program requirements.
• Nice to have: a master's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• Nice to have: a strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and application security.
• Nice to have: experience with DevSecOps practices and tools.
• Nice to have: experience with incident response and digital forensics.
• Nice to have: familiarity with scripting and automation, such as Python or PowerShell.
• Nice to have: strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgment to think critically and act decisively under pressure.
• Nice to have: excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Conditions

Base pay range for California: $132,000 - $198,000 USD.

Level and base salary are set case by case, based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

The role may involve long periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer work, plus occasional exposure to moderate noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

For U.S. offices: to comply with U.S. Government space technology export rules, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, a refugee or asylee lawfully admitted to the U.S., or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce, as applicable.

For New Zealand offices: background checks, including nationality checks, are completed before any offer is made, and you must be eligible to access ITAR-regulated equipment and data. You may be ineligible if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a NATO member country, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.

Benefits

• Company stock as part of total compensation, giving you a direct stake in the company's growth.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
• Medical plans: HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP with a significant company contribution to an HSA.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick time, plus 11 paid holidays.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Subsidized EV charging.
• Onsite fitness centers where available, and discounted gym memberships.
• Complimentary snacks and beverages.
• 50% employee discount on the company merch store, plus a range of other employee discounts.