True Anomaly · 22 hours ago
Staff Security Architect
Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$195K/yr - $270K/yr
10+ years expTrue Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. As a Staff Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing security architectures for national security space systems, ensuring compliance with federal security standards while maintaining operational effectiveness.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement end-to-end security architectures for on-orbit satellite constellations and ground-based command and control (C2) systems, spanning spacecraft firmware, embedded systems, cloud infrastructure, and operational technology
Architect and deploy NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions for classified communications and critical satellite command pathways, ensuring protection of space-to-ground communications and telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems
Ensure compliance with national security directives including NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI
Design and implement secure cross-domain solutions (CDS), data guards, and TEMPEST/EMSEC controls where mission requirements demand information flow between security domains or protection from emissions exploitation
Serve as the technical security bridge between spacecraft engineering, ground systems, software development, and mission operations teams, translating security requirements across hardware and software domains
Develop comprehensive threat models specific to space systems, accounting for adversary capabilities across RF spectrum, cyber, and physical domains to inform defensive architecture decisions
Partner with detection and response teams to ensure security architectures enable effective monitoring, logging, and incident response without compromising operational capability
Conduct security architecture reviews and provide authoritative guidance on secure design patterns for both space and ground segments as constellation capabilities evolve
Communicate complex security requirements, risk trade-offs, and compliance strategies to diverse stakeholders including engineering teams, executive leadership, and government customers
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in security architecture, security engineering, or related roles with increasing responsibility
Active TS/SCI security clearance strongly preferred; minimum Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI
Demonstrated experience implementing NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions in operational national security systems
Proven expertise with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and achieving ATOs for complex systems
Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls, tailoring, and implementation across hybrid environments
Experience architecting security for systems combining hardware, firmware, embedded systems, and software components
Deep knowledge of cryptographic protocols, key management, and secure communications architectures
Familiarity with space system architectures including satellite operations, ground segments, and telemetry/command systems
Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate security requirements to diverse audiences including government stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
Direct experience securing satellite systems, spacecraft, or other aerospace platforms
Experience with CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG or other Intelligence Community security standards
Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, or other information flow control technologies
Knowledge of RF security, anti-jam techniques, and secure satellite communications
Experience with CMMC, FedRAMP High, or DoD Impact Level 5/6 authorizations
Understanding of supply chain risk management (SCRM) for national security systems
Relevant certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, CEH, or vendor-specific security certifications
Experience supporting red team or penetration testing activities against complex systems
Background in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related technical discipline
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
HRA/HSA options
PTO and paid holidays
401K
Parental Leave
Company
True Anomaly
True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$418.02MKey Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer
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