Senior Data Protection Engineer, Classified Systems

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $193k
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This role pays more than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $154,325–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $193k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 2015 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1799 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Data Protection Engineer, Classified Systems

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As a Senior Data Protection Engineer on Anduril’s Classified Systems team, you will lead the design and implementation of data protection architecture for highly secure environments. Your role involves assessing current practices, identifying vulnerabilities, and establishing robust policies and processes to safeguard sensitive information throughout its lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to execute your designs, ensuring compliance with security frameworks like NIST 800-53/800-171. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell is essential for automating controls at scale. This mission-critical position demands a deep understanding of data classification and lifecycle management within classified environments, along with the ability to lead complex projects from conception to execution in ambiguous settings.

Skills

Python PowerShell Bash NIST 800-53 CMMC DLP encryption access governance endpoint detection and response (EDR) cloud security posture CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Design and implement the data protection architecture for Classified Systems.
  • Define logical and physical controls to protect sensitive information end-to-end.
  • Develop policies, processes, and standards for operationalizing data protection.
  • Build an end-to-end solution with automation and incident response capabilities.
  • Partner with stakeholders and engineers to execute data protection strategies.

What we're looking for

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
  • 7+ years of experience in security engineering and architecture.
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing data protection architectures.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation for large-scale operationalization.
  • Deep understanding of data classification, handling, and lifecycle protection.
  • Ability to lead end-to-end architecture and process work in ambiguous settings.

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