Senior Principal Systems Security Engineer

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Information Systems Security Engineer responsible for cybersecurity in space and ground systems. Designing security architecture and managing compliance in satellite and aerospace environments.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeBay Area • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $264,103 - $369,743 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement security architectures for space and ground system segments, including satellite bus software, ground station networks, mission operations centers, and communication link infrastructure
Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), security architecture documentation, and risk assessment packages
Integrate cybersecurity monitoring, auditing, and recovery measures across all system segments
Define security requirements for inter-satellite links, ground-to-space uplinks, and user terminal interfaces
Implement and maintain controls across multiple concurrent frameworks
Evaluate and recommend encryption solutions for data in transit and at rest across all system segments
Support security control assessments and ISO 27001 surveillance audits
Coordinate security activities with information security architects, ISSOs, and the Cybersecurity GRC team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
8+ years of experience in information systems security engineering, with at least 3 years in space systems, satellite programs, or aerospace
Demonstrated experience implementing NIST SP 800-53 security controls in operational environments
Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS requirements, including internal audit and certification support
Understanding of space system architectures (ground segment, space segment, link segment, user segment)
Familiarity with ITAR compliance and handling of export-controlled technical data
U.S. Citizenship required (ITAR-controlled program)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Bonuses based on individual contributions and company performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

security architectureSystem Security Plans (SSPs)risk assessmentcybersecurity monitoringencryption solutionsNIST SP 800-53ISO/IEC 27001:2022space system architecturesITAR complianceinformation systems security engineering