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Anduril Industries · 10 hours ago

Senior Systems Security Engineer, Space

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$166K/yr - $220K/yr

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer to lead a mission-focused approach to product security for the next generation of Space products and missions, ensuring product resiliency in cyber-contested environments.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Integrate holistic Systems Security Engineering processes to prevent, mitigate, and recover from cyberattacks that employ advanced adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)

Champion system security architecture development and requirements derivation, decomposition, and flow down for Anduril products with varying levels of system design maturity

Design system and solution features with engineering teams to meet and exceed industry-standard security goals

Consult on software, RF and electrical engineering architectures, features, and implementations

Identify and prioritize mission-based cyber risks, translating complex threat landscapes into actionable engineering decisions

Develop, document, orchestrate, and execute system security tests, demonstrations, evaluations, and assessments (including support for customer-led events)

Develop, guide, and monitor technical documentation to capture trade studies, system designs, analyses, and results related to a system's security posture

Support technical work products developed by the larger engineering team and support major milestone deliveries (e.g. SRR, SVR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR)

Qualification

Systems Security EngineeringCybersecurityElectrical EngineeringSoftware EngineeringComputer ScienceCyber Survivability guidanceUSG space cyber securityCyber documentation developmentSecurity engineering for space systemsSoftware assurance consultingCustomer engagementCollaborative culture commitmentTechnical leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Experience in one or more of the following fields: Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Fluency in modern USG cyber methodologies, including Cyber Survivability guidance and related policy (JSIG, ICD 503 CSEIG, SSECG, NIST SP 800-160, Cyber T&E Guidebook, CMMC, etc.)

Fluency in USG space cyber security requirements and contractual deliverables (e.g. CNSSP 12, CNSSI 1253 Space Overlay, SDA Tranche SSAA)

Direct experience developing cyber documentation (e.g., Cybersecurity Strategy, Cyber Survivability Endorsement artifacts, RMF assessment and authorization artifacts, etc.)

Previous work on security engineering and architecture for commercial space systems, defense / national security systems and/or complex embedded commercial systems

Experience guiding or consulting on software assurance, scanning and CI/CD pipelines

Strong understanding of the 'why' behind the product, systems, and security design

Ability to effectively brief and interact regularly with a technically oriented government customer

A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture

Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Excels at the above listed Requirements

Proven track record of excelling across the broader Systems Security Engineering domain, encompassing embedded Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resiliency, Software Security, and Anti-Tamper Engineering

Experience creating and integrating with system design documentation in No Magic CAMEO

Experience integrating with Software Assurance, Supply Chain Risk Management, Configuration Management, and System Test

Experience executing the Anti-Tamper process and authoring associated documentation

Experience with security testing on DoD systems (e.g. penetration testing, red teaming, vulnerability assessments)

Experience working with spacecraft bus suppliers

Direct experience working with satellite suppliers and government

Experience working with space networking and communication standards (e.g. CCSDS)

Current SCI eligibility

Experience with JSIG required programs and implementation of Organization Defined Values (ODVs)

Experience working with various operating systems and communication protocols, including embedded Linux distros

Familiarity with cryptographic solutions and relevant standards, including key management and encryption protocols

Experience with secure networking measures for space-to-ground and terrestrial communication links, encompassing encryption and secure authentication technologies

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.