Security Engineer, Operations

1 hour, 47 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Cybersecurity

K2 Space Corporation

K2 Space builds high-powered satellite platforms and satellite buses for missions across LEO, MEO, and GEO, emphasizing higher payload power, large payload mass, vertical integration, and in-house manufacturing.

Defense and Space Manufacturing
51-200
Founded 2022
$180M raised

Description

  • Monitor security alerts, logs, and events from SIEM, endpoint, network, and cloud systems, and identify or escalate potential threats.
  • Respond to and assist with security incident investigations, including containment, remediation, and root-cause analysis.
  • Maintain and operate security tooling such as endpoint protection, intrusion detection, vulnerability scanners, and cloud security monitoring systems.
  • Support firewall, VPN, and network access controls under the guidance of senior or principal engineers.
  • Assist with identity and access management operations, including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews.
  • Perform vulnerability scans and help track remediation efforts across corporate IT systems.
  • Collaborate with IT, networking, and engineering teams to implement security recommendations and corrective actions.
  • Maintain and update technical documentation, incident reports, and standard operating procedures.
  • Participate in threat hunting, anomaly detection, and proactive security exercises.
  • Assist with security awareness initiatives by reporting common issues and promoting best practices among users.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in security operations or engineering roles, preferably in a fast-paced startup or technology environment.
  • 2+ years of development experience with a modern programming language such as Python, C++, Rust, or Go in lieu of a degree, or a bachelor’s degree in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or another STEM discipline.
  • Knowledge of operating systems, current equipment and technologies, networking, security best practices, and system performance monitoring tools.
  • Comfort working with mission-critical and sensitive systems with an appropriate sense of urgency.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering is preferred.
  • Technical certifications such as Network+, MCSE, or Security+ are preferred.
  • Must be a U.S. person or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license due to ITAR requirements.

Benefits

  • Base salary range of $90,000 to $125,000.
  • Equity in the company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Paid time off.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Additional perks and benefits.

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