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 targeting rocket and spacecraft systems. The role involves developing tooling, data delivery mechanisms, and automation workflows to reduce triage times while addressing visibility gaps in a high-stakes environment. Key responsibilities include building detection mechanisms, 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 expertise in ETL pipelines, Kubernetes environments, SIEM systems, and enterprise security controls for Windows, Linux, and macOS. The position focuses on securing critical infrastructure against threat actors who may attempt to disrupt mission-critical operations by exploiting vulnerabilities within the internal technical environment.
What does a Security Engineer earn?
Median $185250 from 84 postings across 39 companies.