This role pays less than
79%
of similar roles. Most pay
$150,300–$212,125
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$142k
versus about
$181k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
SpaceX currently has
680 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 442 roles with salary data.
Security Engineer (Blue Team) joins the security operations Blue Team to build capabilities for detecting and responding to sophisticated adversaries attempting to disrupt rocket launch and spacecraft control systems. The role involves developing tooling, data delivery mechanisms, and automation workflows to reduce triage times while addressing visibility gaps in the environment. Key responsibilities include building detection frameworks, investigating anomalous behavior, and participating in adversary emulation activities to identify security gaps. Candidates should possess experience with modern programming languages such as Python, Go, C++, or Rust. Preferred qualifications include building ETL pipelines for logging optimization, managing services in a Kubernetes environment, and knowledge of SIEM systems, Red Team tactics, and enterprise security controls for Windows, Linux, and macOS. The role focuses on securing critical infrastructure against threats that could compromise the mission to Mars.
What does a Security Engineer earn in California?
Median $196000 from 31 postings across 16 companies.