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Astranis
Actively Hiring
Building next-generation internet satellites to get the world online
  • B2B
  • Scale Stage
    Rapidly increasing operations
  • Top Investors
    This company has received a significant amount of investment from top investors
  • +6

Senior Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (USG)

Posted: 2 months ago
Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

RelocationAllowed
Hiring contact

Nick Hallmark

About the job

Senior Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

As a Senior Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our systems by supporting cybersecurity efforts through comprehensive risk assessments, policy analysis, and technology evaluations. You will leverage your expertise to analyze and enhance system security implementations and provide strategic recommendations to decision-makers and engineers. Additionally, you will be responsible for researching emerging technologies, understanding evolving security threats, and developing innovative solutions to meet organizational security goals.

Role

  • Own, design, configure, and implement PKI systems for our Vehicle's
  • Assess and remediate the design and implementation of PKIs to mitigate risk
  • Ensure that PKI systems comply with data privacy and protection frameworks and industry best practices
  • Support cybersecurity systems engineering efforts through cyber risk assessment, policy analysis, technology evaluations, and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) security control validation.
  • Apply expertise in technology to analyze system security implementations, application security, and provide recommendations to decision-makers and engineers.
  • Support the research of emerging technology, requisite security requirements, and emerging threats, and develop a way forward to meet organizational goals.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in a cybersecurity field, including supporting information assurance, networking, or systems administration.
  • 3+ years of experience with software & computer systems, networking, and security engineering.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and the implementation of industry best practices.
  • Ability to build and maintain technical documentation for system-level documents and proposals.
  • Degree or equivalent experience in software, cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.
  • Experience with security tools and devices, including network firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanner, or penetration tools.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
  • US Citizenship
  • Eligible and will to acquire a DoD clearance

Bonus:

  • Familiarity with advanced persistent threats (APTs) and strategies for mitigating such threats.
  • Proficiency in scripting or automation tools to enhance security operations.
  • Knowledge of encryption techniques and secure communication protocols.
  • Experience in performing security assessments or audits for complex systems.

About the company

Astranis company logo

Astranis

Actively Hiring
Building next-generation internet satellites to get the world online201-500 Employees
  • B2B
  • Scale Stage
    Rapidly increasing operations
  • Top Investors
    This company has received a significant amount of investment from top investors
  • YC Funded
    Startup funded by Y Combinator
  • Valuation $1B+
    This company has a valuation of $1B or more
  • 5.0
    Highly rated
    Astranis is highly rated on Glassdoor, with 5.0 out of 5 stars
  • Recently funded
    Raised funding in the past six months
  • 4.4
    Work / Life Balance
    Employees rate Astranis 4.4/5 on Glassdoor for work / life balance
  • 4.8
    Strong Leadership
    Employees rate Astranis 4.8/5 on Glassdoor for faith in leadership
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Funding

AMOUNT RAISED
$357.7M
FUNDED OVER
4 rounds
Rounds
C
$250,000,000
Series C - Mar 2021+3

Perks

Healthcare benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision, 100% covered, includes OneMedical.
Parental leave
Paid time off for new parents.
Generous vacation
Focus on yourself and come back rested and rejuvenated with our unlimited vacation policy.
Company meals
Healthy, delicious lunch catered every day.
Commuter benefits
Monthly commuting stipend to cover your public transportation; close to BART and other public transit.
Company events
Team retreats, board game nights, movie-watching parties, and other activities.
Workspace
Ergonomic workspace, cleanroom, and a machine shop to get your hands dirty.

Founders

Ryan McLinko
Founder • 3 years
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John Gedmark
Founder • 3 years
San Francisco
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