Rocket Lab Corporation

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer I -Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab Corporation
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12 days ago
Long Beach, CA, USASenior
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Base Salary

$132k - $198k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage security solutions for program IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and applications.
  • Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests and mitigate identified risks.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards for regulatory and best-practice compliance.
  • Monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and provide analysis and remediation.
  • Integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle in collaboration with IT and development teams.
  • Track emerging security threats and technologies and recommend improvements to the organization’s security posture.
  • Mentor junior security engineers and other IT staff.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance required upon hire.
  • At least 5 years of experience in system security engineering or a related role.
  • 8140 Intermediate or Advanced certification, such as Security+, Cloud+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and standards including NIST 800, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
  • Proficiency with security tools and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
  • Experience with cloud security across AWS, Azure, or GCP and with securing hybrid environments.
  • U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, network protocols, operating systems, application security, DevSecOps, incident response, digital forensics, Python, and PowerShell experience.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are preferred.

Benefits

  • Base pay range for California is $132,000–$198,000 USD.
  • Company stock is included as part of the total compensation package.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP option with HSA contribution.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
  • Flexible spending and dependent care accounts are available.
  • Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers where available, discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, a 50% merchandise-store discount, and other employee discounts.
  • The role is based in Long Beach, California and may involve prolonged sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

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