Security Engineer (Embedded & Networking)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Salary: $130,000–$155,000 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago

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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.

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TL;DR · Security Engineer (Embedded & Networking)

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As a Security Engineer (Embedded & Networking) at Hawthorne, CA, you will join a dedicated team focused on ensuring the security of embedded systems and networking infrastructure. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing secure solutions for web application firewalls and other critical security measures to protect against cyber threats. You will work closely with developers and network engineers to integrate security features into products from the ground up, adhering to ITAR requirements for U.S. Department of State compliance. The ideal candidate should have expertise in networking protocols, embedded systems security, and proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ or Python. Experience with tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and Splunk is highly desirable, along with a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and threat modeling techniques.

Skills

Web Application Firewalls CI/CD Python Java C++ Linux Networking Protocols Security Tools AWS Azure Google Cloud Kubernetes Docker Terraform Git Jenkins Ansible Nginx PostgreSQL MongoDB JSON XML REST APIs SSL/TLS

What you'll do

Design and implement security protocols for embedded systems.
Configure and manage web application firewalls to protect network infrastructure.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on networking devices.
Develop security policies and guidelines for secure coding practices.
Monitor and respond to security incidents in real-time networks.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in embedded and networking security.
Proficient in web application firewalls and network security protocols.
Strong understanding of ITAR requirements for U.S. Department of State compliance.
Experience with security engineering in both hardware and software environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
CISSP or other relevant cybersecurity certification preferred.
Ability to design and implement secure systems and networks.

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