Senior Security Engineer, Operations

3 weeks, 2 days 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

  • Implement, operate, and maintain security controls across corporate IT environments, including identity and access management, endpoint security, network security, SaaS platforms, and cloud services.
  • Serve as a hands-on security engineer supporting day-to-day operations, investigations, and incident response activities.
  • Configure and manage identity systems, including user access, role-based controls, conditional access policies, and authentication mechanisms.
  • Deploy and support endpoint security tooling such as MDM, EDR, and device compliance controls across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments.
  • Partner with network and IT teams to implement and maintain network security controls, including firewall rules, segmentation, and secure remote access.
  • Monitor security alerts and logs, investigate suspicious activity, and respond to security incidents, including containment and remediation.
  • Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning, prioritization, and remediation tracking in collaboration with IT and engineering teams.
  • Assist with security architecture initiatives by implementing designs and providing operational feedback to inform future improvements.
  • Contribute to security automation and tooling improvements to increase detection, response speed, and operational efficiency.
  • Support compliance and audit efforts by implementing required controls and producing technical evidence as needed.
  • Maintain accurate security documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures.
  • Promote security best practices through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mentorship of junior team members.

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, cybersecurity, 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 due to the high visibility of the position.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 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 under ITAR.

Benefits

  • Base salary range of $125,000 to $155,000.
  • Equity in the company.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Other additional perks and benefits.

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