Staff Enterprise Security Engineer

True Anomaly

$160,000 - $235,000 / year

Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA or Washington, DCTemporaryOn-siteExpert

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Description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

At True Anomaly, software serves as the central nervous system, seamlessly connecting military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics, and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft with precision. True Anomaly is on a mission to safeguard this intricate system through robust threat detection and incident response. As a Staff Enterprise Security Engineer, your mission will be to architect, deploy, and manage advanced threat detection and incident response configurations.

You will directly contribute to the continued evolution of our complex spacecraft modeling and simulation software, ensuring its resilience against emerging cyber threats. Without needing aerospace-specific experience, you'll take ownership of pioneering greenfield projects, securing crucial software that underpins our innovative engineering and product thesis. Your work will help shape the future landscape of space technology and the outcome of future conflicts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Own and implement security hardening for all enterprise and corporate systems.
Provide subject matter expertise for enterprise and corporate systems security.
Participate in an on-call rotation for security events.
Provide vendor recommendations and implementation guidance for management of cloud and on-premise assets.
Identify deficiencies in the current security program and fill them.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the system development lifecycle.
Monitor and analyze security logs from various sources (e.g., SIEMs, IDS/IPS) to identify suspicious activities and respond to security incidents.
Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Stay updated with the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.
Provide support to internal stakeholders on compliance and security best practices.
Participate in change management and change review board, identifying risks in implementation process.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a focus on security engineering.
Proficiency with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection.
Deep understanding of common vulnerabilities and how to exploit them.
Strong engineering understanding of common enterprise technologies, including on-prem and SaaS.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Working knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python, Elixir, C, Rust.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalents are highly desirable.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with Threat Detection Engineering and security operations practices and tools.
Experience working at a startup and/or in the defense industry.
Eligibility to obtain or active TS/SCI clearance.

COMPENSATION

Colorado Base Salary: $160,000-$235,000
California Base Salary: $170,000-$245,000
Washington D.C. Base Salary: $170,000-$245,000
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

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, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Location—This position will be based onsite in either our Denver, Long Beach, or Washington, D.C. offices.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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Benefits

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Own and implement security hardening for all enterprise and corporate systems.
Provide subject matter expertise for enterprise and corporate systems security.
Participate in an on-call rotation for security events.
Provide vendor recommendations and implementation guidance for management of cloud and on-premise assets.
Identify deficiencies in the current security program and fill them.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the system development lifecycle.
Monitor and analyze security logs from various sources (e.g., SIEMs, IDS/IPS) to identify suspicious activities and respond to security incidents.
Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Stay updated with the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.
Provide support to internal stakeholders on compliance and security best practices.
Participate in change management and change review board, identifying risks in implementation process.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with a focus on security engineering.
Proficiency with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection.
Deep understanding of common vulnerabilities and how to exploit them.
Strong engineering understanding of common enterprise technologies, including on-prem and SaaS.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Working knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python, Elixir, C, Rust.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalents are highly desirable.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with Threat Detection Engineering and security operations practices and tools.
Experience working at a startup and/or in the defense industry.
Eligibility to obtain or active TS/SCI clearance.
Colorado Base Salary: $160,000-$235,000
California Base Salary: $170,000-$245,000
Washington D.C. Base Salary: $170,000-$245,000
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Work Location —This position will be based onsite in either our Denver, Long Beach, or Washington, D.C. offices.

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About this role

True Anomaly is building autonomous spacecraft and space-based systems for U.S. defense, and this role sits at the security center of that mission. As a Staff Enterprise Security Engineer, you'd own threat detection and incident response across the software systems that control these platforms—work that directly impacts national security outcomes. This is a hands-on position requiring you to architect security hardening, conduct vulnerability assessments, monitor security logs, and respond to incidents, while also collaborating with engineering teams to embed security into the development lifecycle from the start.

The role demands at least eight years in security engineering with deep expertise in SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanning, and endpoint protection tools. You'll need strong fundamentals in enterprise infrastructure (both on-premises and cloud), the ability to code in at least one language like Python or Rust, and ideally relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Prior experience in startups or defense contracting is valued, as is eligibility for or an active TS/SCI clearance. You should be comfortable working independently on greenfield projects while rotating on-call for security events.

Note that this is a temporary position requiring in-office work in Denver, Long Beach, or Washington D.C., and you must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident due to ITAR export regulations. The salary range in Denver is $160,000–$235,000, plus equity, comprehensive healthcare, and flexible time off.

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