Senior CyberSecurity Engineer I/II
$120k/y-$175k/y
Rocket Lab2 days ago
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Summary
Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior CyberSecurity Engineer I/II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure of SDA programs.
About the Role
As a Senior CyberSecurity Engineer I/II, you will be responsible for managing security solutions to protect the IT infrastructure, conducting security assessments, developing security policies, monitoring security systems, and mentoring junior engineers. You will also collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in system security engineering or a related role for Senior CyberSecurity Engineer I; 8+ years for Senior CyberSecurity Engineer II.
- 8140 Intermediate or Advanced certification (e.g. Security+, Cloud+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST 800, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
- Proficiency in security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection).
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing hybrid environments.
- U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements.
- Active Secret Clearance is required upon hire.
Preferred:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Excellent understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and application security.
- Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools.
- Experience with incident response and digital forensics.
- Familiarity with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
- Paid parental leave.
- Disability insurance and life insurance.
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Discounted employee stock purchase program.
- Subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab builds, launches, and operates rockets and spacecraft for our global customers. Our Electron launch vehicle is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket, our HASTE rocket is progressing America’s hypersonic capabilities on suborbital missions, and our larger Neutron rocket is currently in development. From across the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures individual spacecraft components to entire satellites constellations for missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Long Beach, CA