Nooks · 9 hours ago
Space Component Security Specialist
Vandenberg SFB, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expNooks is a startup pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service (CIaaS) to enhance national security. The Space Component Security Specialist will serve as a dedicated security advisor, ensuring the security of space operations while collecting data to inform new security policies and processes.
AerospaceInformation TechnologySubscription Service
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Direct Command Support: Serve as the primary security point of contact for Space Component Command leadership and staff to ensure mission-critical assets are protected
Data Collection & Reporting: Gather field-level data and operational metrics to provide security discipline experts with the information needed to refine ISE policies and digital tools
Program Protection: Implement and maintain Program Protection Plans (PPPs) for sensitive space systems and ground components within the theater
Liaison Operations: Coordinate security protocols with host nation partners and inter-agency stakeholders to ensure alignment across the theater of operations
Risk Mitigation: Conduct localized risk assessments and vulnerability analyses of space-related facilities to identify and report security gaps
Security Readiness: Deliver specialized security briefings and training to command personnel to ensure a high state of readiness and compliance
Feedback Loop: Provide continuous feedback to the ISE Product team regarding the performance and utility of digital security products in the field
Qualification
Required
5–8 years of professional experience in government or industrial security, specifically supporting DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) programs
Must possess broad, hands-on experience across two of the three security disciplines: Personnel Security (PERSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), and Industrial Security (INDUSEC); Information Security (INFOSEC) experience is 'nice to have.'
Active Secret security clearance is required, with the ability to be granted an Interim Top Secret (TS) and subsequent SCI eligibility
Proven understanding of the unique security requirements associated with space systems and ground stations
Ability to accurately collect, analyze, and report technical security data to remote expert teams
Bachelor's degree in National Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
Up to 10% travel
Preferred
Experience in Information Security (INFOSEC) and professional certifications such as SFPC, SPSC, or CISSP
Company
Nooks
Nooks provides Classified-Spaces-as-a-Service (CSaaS) to both commercial and government customers.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$40.15MKey Investors
Zigg Capital
2025-06-09Series A· $25M
2025-02-14Series Unknown· $9.99M
2023-02-27Seed· $4M
Leadership Team
Sean Blackman
Co-Founder and CEO
Hunter Price
Co-Founder & Senior Advisor
Recent News
2025-06-09
SEC
2024-04-10
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