SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SECURITY ANALYST (DETECTION AND INCIDENT RESPONSE) As a Security Analyst at SpaceX, you are on the frontline of our information security operations.

You will be responsible for analyzing and responding to threats directed at our environment. As a highly visible and dynamic organization, we are a target of both nation states and actors focused on brand destruction. Information drives our business, and we must protect against unauthorized changes, improper destruction, loss, or theft of that information.

It is paramount that we defend against loss of control or confidence in our systems to guarantee the highest probability of mission success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Support the SpaceX Security Operations Center (SOC) as our frontline responder by identifying, triaging, and remediating security detections and anomalies. Provide incident response support as a key stakeholder by investigating security incidents from initial detection through root cause. Assist in evidence collection and collaboration with SpaceX engineering teams to proactively improve and secure systems from future attacks.

Contribute towards impactful detection capabilities for the environment targeting sophisticated attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Enhance endpoint and network visibility, along with detection and response playbooks, to protect SpaceX people, missions, and assets.

QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information technology, or other STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in information security in lieu of a degree. Experience with operating system auditing for Linux, Windows, or macOS platforms. Experience with network and host-based collection tools.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Understanding of classic and emerging threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures in both pre- and post-exploitation phases of attack lifecycles. Understanding of incident response processes. Experience using Elastic, Splunk and/or other SIEMs.

Experience with scripting language(s) for the purposes of automating security operations and incident response processes. Experience with reverse engineering, C2 exploitation, and broader system/network forensics. Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and cloud security.

). SANS/GIAC, OSCP or similar certifications.

REQUIREMENTS

: Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed. This role requires you to be onsite in Hawthorne, CA; remote or hybrid work will not be considered. Travel may be required; occasionally visit other SpaceX locations.

COMPENSATION

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BENEFITS

00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Perks

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Security Analyst (Detection and Incident Response)