Sr. Software Engineer (Security - Blue Team) - SpaceX
Redmond, WA 98052
About the Job
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not
Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR
SOFTWARE ENGINEER (SECURITY - BLUE TEAM)SpaceX is hiring a security software engineer to help protect and drive the SpaceX mission
Our engineers are responsible for building innovative security solutions to protect against threats to our rockets, spacecraft, and our global satellite internet constellation, Starlink. As a highly visible and dynamic organization, we must value and guard against damage to our internal information, our physical hardware, and our reputation and brand
It is paramount that we defend against loss of control or confidence in our systems, to guarantee the highest probability of success.As a Sr
Security Software Engineer, you will focus on the "behind the scenes" technologies that ensure our networks and systems are up to industry and SpaceX standards
You will be responsible for providing high-criticality and high-risk services, with the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of those services in mind
This role will partner with various application development and customer groups across SpaceX to ensure that the technologies and systems we build in-house or purchase and deploy in-house are designed and maintained in a secure way that minimizes risk.RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and maintain technology solutions and systems that provide security for SpaceX systems, networks, and data
This can include:Authentication and identity related areas, including cryptographic primitives, trusted platform modules, and secure/trusted bootIdentity and machine lifecycle management services and automation
Build and maintain scripts and automation that support strong relationships between systems and their work roles, automated provisioning of systems, and establishing known running stateNetwork security systems and the backend infrastructure that powers such servicesApplication level security controls (e.g
web application firewalls)Cloud deployments security policy enforcement, centralized configuration management, monitoring, etcServe as the subject matter expert (SME) for those solutions, maintaining documentation on them and advising others on their underlying technologies and operationWork with security and IT teams to identify threats and problem areas, using that feedback to further strengthen tools and technologies
Materialize this as improvements which result in stronger and safer software and application deployments across SpaceX, measuring in decreased risk and prevalence of issuesCreate solutions that are scalable, repeatable, maintainable, and secureWork collaboratively with other teams, including individuals in information security, physical security, information technology, human resources, legal, software, and othersBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Development experience in any modern programming language (including but not limited to Python, C++, Rust, Go)Experience developing security architectures and primitives (i.e
TLS, Zero-Trust)6+ years of professional experience in security engineering with a bachelor's degree in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline; OR 8+ years of professional experience in security engineering in lieu of a degreePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Experience building automation between tools and systemsExperience performing analytics against aggregated log data, and building configurations to parse and handle log data from systems and toolsFamiliarity with enterprise security controls and security best practices for Windows, Linux, and Mac systemsFamiliarity with cloud security services, concepts, and best practicesStrong familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and source control technologiesTrack record of getting things done quickly and with qualityDemonstrated ability to operate in a dynamic, evolving environmentEthical character and uncompromised integrityCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range:Security Engineer /Senior: $168,000.00 - $230,000.00/per yearYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX
You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks
You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S
Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S
citizen or national, (ii) U.S
lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S
Department of State
Learn more about the ITAR here
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR
SOFTWARE ENGINEER (SECURITY - BLUE TEAM)SpaceX is hiring a security software engineer to help protect and drive the SpaceX mission
Our engineers are responsible for building innovative security solutions to protect against threats to our rockets, spacecraft, and our global satellite internet constellation, Starlink. As a highly visible and dynamic organization, we must value and guard against damage to our internal information, our physical hardware, and our reputation and brand
It is paramount that we defend against loss of control or confidence in our systems, to guarantee the highest probability of success.As a Sr
Security Software Engineer, you will focus on the "behind the scenes" technologies that ensure our networks and systems are up to industry and SpaceX standards
You will be responsible for providing high-criticality and high-risk services, with the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of those services in mind
This role will partner with various application development and customer groups across SpaceX to ensure that the technologies and systems we build in-house or purchase and deploy in-house are designed and maintained in a secure way that minimizes risk.RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and maintain technology solutions and systems that provide security for SpaceX systems, networks, and data
This can include:Authentication and identity related areas, including cryptographic primitives, trusted platform modules, and secure/trusted bootIdentity and machine lifecycle management services and automation
Build and maintain scripts and automation that support strong relationships between systems and their work roles, automated provisioning of systems, and establishing known running stateNetwork security systems and the backend infrastructure that powers such servicesApplication level security controls (e.g
web application firewalls)Cloud deployments security policy enforcement, centralized configuration management, monitoring, etcServe as the subject matter expert (SME) for those solutions, maintaining documentation on them and advising others on their underlying technologies and operationWork with security and IT teams to identify threats and problem areas, using that feedback to further strengthen tools and technologies
Materialize this as improvements which result in stronger and safer software and application deployments across SpaceX, measuring in decreased risk and prevalence of issuesCreate solutions that are scalable, repeatable, maintainable, and secureWork collaboratively with other teams, including individuals in information security, physical security, information technology, human resources, legal, software, and othersBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Development experience in any modern programming language (including but not limited to Python, C++, Rust, Go)Experience developing security architectures and primitives (i.e
TLS, Zero-Trust)6+ years of professional experience in security engineering with a bachelor's degree in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline; OR 8+ years of professional experience in security engineering in lieu of a degreePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Experience building automation between tools and systemsExperience performing analytics against aggregated log data, and building configurations to parse and handle log data from systems and toolsFamiliarity with enterprise security controls and security best practices for Windows, Linux, and Mac systemsFamiliarity with cloud security services, concepts, and best practicesStrong familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and source control technologiesTrack record of getting things done quickly and with qualityDemonstrated ability to operate in a dynamic, evolving environmentEthical character and uncompromised integrityCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range:Security Engineer /Senior: $168,000.00 - $230,000.00/per yearYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX
You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks
You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S
Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S
citizen or national, (ii) U.S
lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S
Department of State
Learn more about the ITAR here
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
(310) 363-6000
.
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