Staff Mission Security Engineer, Build

True Anomaly

$170,000 - $250,000 / year

Colorado Springs, CO; Denver, CO; Long Beach, CATemporaryOn-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

As a Staff Mission Security Engineer - Build, you will be a critical hands-on technical contributor responsible for the end-to-end infrastructure design, buildout, and deployment of classified IT environments supporting U.S. Government programs up to TS/SCI and Special Access Programs (SAPs). You will work as part of the Mission Security Engineering team, translating system requirements into operational reality — from facility infrastructure and power systems through network architecture, server deployment, and system integration — across multiple classification levels and locations across the United States.

This is an execution-focused role for a senior infrastructure engineer who thrives in both data center facilities and hands-on IT system deployment — someone equally comfortable coordinating power and cooling requirements with facilities teams as they are building servers, configuring network infrastructure, and deploying operational systems. You will be responsible for the complete infrastructure stack from facility readiness through operational system deployment, including facility assessments, power and cooling design, structured cabling, network architecture implementation, server deployment, and full buildouts of classified IT environments including SCIFs and SAPFs.

This position requires an active Secret clearance to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

Conduct facility assessments and infrastructure readiness evaluations for classified IT deployments up to TS/SCI and SAP levels, including power, space, cooling, fire suppression, and environmental requirements
Design and coordinate power distribution systems for classified data center environments, including primary and backup power feeds, UPS systems, PDUs, power filtration, circuit requirements, and electrical grounding systems
Specify and coordinate cooling requirements including CRAC unit capacity, HVAC integration, airflow management, hot/cold aisle design, and environmental monitoring systems
Design rack layouts and elevations for classified IT deployments, including rack specifications, cable management systems, power distribution within racks, weight and load calculations, and physical security requirements
Design and implement structured cabling systems including fiber optic backbone infrastructure, copper distribution, patch panel layouts, cable trays and pathways, labeling standards, and cable management best practices
Coordinate fiber optic infrastructure deployments including single-mode and multi-mode fiber runs, fiber terminations, OTDR testing, loss budgets, and documentation of fiber paths across classified facilities
Implement proper grounding and bonding systems for IT equipment in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and classified facility requirements, including equipment grounding, rack grounding, and telecommunications grounding infrastructure
Implement ICD 705 physical security requirements including coordination of RF shielding, power line filter installation, penetration design and construction (waveguides, conduit penetrations), TEMPEST countermeasures, and acoustic protection measures
Coordinate with facilities teams, electricians, HVAC technicians, and contractors to ensure power, cooling, lighting, fire suppression, and ICD 705 physical security systems meet requirements for classified IT operations
Build, configure, and deploy physical and virtual servers including hardware assembly, BIOS/firmware configuration, operating system installation (Windows Server, RHEL, Ubuntu), and initial system hardening
Perform hands-on rack and stack of servers, network equipment, storage systems, and security appliances within classified facilities, ensuring proper cable management, labeling, and physical security controls
Deploy and configure network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and boundary protection devices in accordance with DoD APL and TAA compliance requirements
Configure network infrastructure including VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VPNs, access control lists, and security group policies to support classified operations across multiple enclaves
Deploy and integrate storage systems including SAN, NAS, and DAS configurations, with proper zoning, LUN masking, and multipathing for high-availability environments
Implement virtualization infrastructure including VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or KVM environments with proper resource allocation, network configuration, and storage integration
Install and configure environmental monitoring systems including temperature sensors, humidity monitors, water detection systems, and alerting infrastructure
Coordinate physical security requirements including rack access controls, equipment locks, tamper-evident seals, and video surveillance integration for classified IT assets
Deploy, configure, and integrate NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices (KG-175, KG-142) into network architectures, including network interface configuration, key loading, and end-to-end connectivity testing
Configure and validate network security controls including boundary protection, traffic filtering, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network segmentation across classification boundaries
Perform system integration testing including network connectivity validation, throughput testing, failover testing, and end-to-end application verification across deployed infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity, system performance, hardware failures, and configuration issues across complex multi-enclave classified environments
Create and maintain comprehensive as-built documentation including network topology diagrams, IP address schemas, VLAN assignments, facility diagrams, power distribution diagrams, cooling layouts, rack elevations, cable schedules, fiber documentation, and system configuration records
Support RMF and ATO activities by providing physical and environmental control implementation evidence, including facility documentation, power systems, cooling redundancy, and physical security measures
Partner with ISSEs, ISSOs, industrial security personnel, facilities teams, and mission engineers to ensure physical infrastructure meets classification requirements and operational needs

Required Qualifications

10+ years of hands-on experience in data center infrastructure, facilities planning, or IT infrastructure deployment, with demonstrated experience building out classified DoD or IC facilities at classification levels up to and including TS/SCI and special access programs
Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification (CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent) required
Deep understanding of data center power systems including primary and backup power, UPS systems, PDUs, circuit requirements, power calculations, and electrical grounding for IT equipment
Hands-on experience with cooling systems for IT environments including CRAC units, HVAC coordination, airflow management, BTU calculations, and environmental monitoring
Extensive experience with structured cabling systems including fiber optic infrastructure (single-mode and multi-mode), copper cabling, patch panel design, cable management, and cabling standards (TIA/EIA)
Experience with rack design, installation, and configuration including rack elevations, cable management systems, weight and load calculations, and power distribution within racks
Deep expertise in network infrastructure including IP addressing, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, VPNs, and network security controls for deploying and troubleshooting complex classified networks
Hands-on experience building, configuring, and deploying physical and virtual servers including hardware assembly, operating system installation (Windows Server, Linux), and system hardening
Experience with storage systems (SAN, NAS, DAS) and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) including deployment and integration into classified environments
Experience coordinating with contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, and facilities teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, network, and system layers with ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in mission-critical environments
Working knowledge of ICD 705 Technical Specifications and physical security requirements including power line filters, RF shielding (6-sided foil), penetrations and waveguide design, TEMPEST countermeasures, acoustic protection, and visual shielding for SCIF and SAPF construction
Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 physical and environmental controls (PE family) and how they are implemented and documented within the RMF process
Experience supporting RMF and ATO activities for physical and environmental controls, including facility documentation and control implementation evidence
Strong documentation skills, with experience producing network topology diagrams, system architecture documents, facility diagrams, as-built drawings, power distribution diagrams, rack elevations, IP address schemas, and cable schedules
Physical ability to perform hands-on work including rack installation, server mounting, cable pulling, and equipment installation in data center environments
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
BICSI certifications (RCDD, DCDC, or similar) demonstrating expertise in data center design and cabling infrastructure
Professional engineering license (PE) or experience working with professional engineers on facility infrastructure projects
Experience with facility design tools including AutoCAD, Visio, or similar for creating facility diagrams, rack elevations, and infrastructure drawings
Hands-on experience with Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) systems for monitoring power, cooling, and environmental conditions
Experience with specific infrastructure vendors including APC, Liebert/Vertiv, Schneider Electric, or similar for power and cooling systems
Experience with fiber optic testing equipment including OTDRs, power meters, light sources, and fiber inspection tools
Direct experience building out SCIF and SAPF facilities in accordance with ICD 705 Technical Specifications including RF shielding installation, power line filter implementation, penetration construction (waveguides, fiber optic penetrations), TEMPEST zone management, and facility accreditation processes
Experience supporting classified ground station, satellite Command & Control (C2), or mission-critical operations center infrastructure buildouts
Familiarity with fire suppression systems for IT environments including clean agent systems (FM-200, Novec 1230) and pre-action sprinkler systems
Understanding of building codes, electrical codes (NEC), and standards relevant to data center construction and IT infrastructure
Experience with raised floor systems, cable trays, ladder racks, and overhead cable management infrastructure
Professional networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) demonstrating advanced network design and configuration expertise
Server and system certifications (e.g., Microsoft MCSE, Red Hat RHCE, VMware VCP, or equivalent) demonstrating server deployment and virtualization expertise
Experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting) for repeatable infrastructure deployments
Experience with monitoring and management tools including network monitoring systems (SNMP, NetFlow), system management platforms, and log aggregation solutions
Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud or Azure Government cloud infrastructure including compute, networking, and storage services in IL-5 or IL-6 environments
Experience supporting DoD or IC customers through facility ATO and certification processes including physical, environmental, and technical control assessments

COMPENSATION

Denver, Colorado Base Salary: $170,000 – $250,000

Long Beach, California Base Salary: $180,000 – $260,000

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.

Work Environment

This role will be onsite in Denver, CO (preferred), Colorado Springs, CO, or Long Beach, CA #LI-Onsite
Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations
Primarily field-focused role requiring extensive hands-on work in data centers, server rooms, and classified facilities including SCIFs and SAPFs
Requires physical ability to perform demanding work including lifting and mounting servers and network equipment (up to 50 lbs), working in raised floor environments, running cable in tight spaces, and working on ladders for overhead cable management
Work performed in active construction environments and operational data centers with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and equipment hazards
Requires coordination with contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, facilities teams, ISSEs, ISSOs, and government partners
Extended periods of standing, bending, kneeling, and working in confined spaces as required for equipment installation and infrastructure buildouts
Significant travel required (up to 50%) to classified facilities, government sites, and partner locations across the United States for facility assessments and infrastructure deployments
Work is performed in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs), and other classified spaces
May require occasional evening or weekend work to coordinate infrastructure deployments during facility maintenance windows

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 facility assessments and infrastructure readiness evaluations for classified IT deployments up to TS/SCI and SAP levels, including power, space, cooling, fire suppression, and environmental requirements
Design and coordinate power distribution systems for classified data center environments, including primary and backup power feeds, UPS systems, PDUs, power filtration, circuit requirements, and electrical grounding systems
Specify and coordinate cooling requirements including CRAC unit capacity, HVAC integration, airflow management, hot/cold aisle design, and environmental monitoring systems
Design rack layouts and elevations for classified IT deployments, including rack specifications, cable management systems, power distribution within racks, weight and load calculations, and physical security requirements
Design and implement structured cabling systems including fiber optic backbone infrastructure, copper distribution, patch panel layouts, cable trays and pathways, labeling standards, and cable management best practices
Coordinate fiber optic infrastructure deployments including single-mode and multi-mode fiber runs, fiber terminations, OTDR testing, loss budgets, and documentation of fiber paths across classified facilities
Implement proper grounding and bonding systems for IT equipment in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and classified facility requirements, including equipment grounding, rack grounding, and telecommunications grounding infrastructure
Implement ICD 705 physical security requirements including coordination of RF shielding, power line filter installation, penetration design and construction (waveguides, conduit penetrations), TEMPEST countermeasures, and acoustic protection measures
Coordinate with facilities teams, electricians, HVAC technicians, and contractors to ensure power, cooling, lighting, fire suppression, and ICD 705 physical security systems meet requirements for classified IT operations
Build, configure, and deploy physical and virtual servers including hardware assembly, BIOS/firmware configuration, operating system installation (Windows Server, RHEL, Ubuntu), and initial system hardening
Perform hands-on rack and stack of servers, network equipment, storage systems, and security appliances within classified facilities, ensuring proper cable management, labeling, and physical security controls
Deploy and configure network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and boundary protection devices in accordance with DoD APL and TAA compliance requirements
Configure network infrastructure including VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VPNs, access control lists, and security group policies to support classified operations across multiple enclaves
Deploy and integrate storage systems including SAN, NAS, and DAS configurations, with proper zoning, LUN masking, and multipathing for high-availability environments
Implement virtualization infrastructure including VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or KVM environments with proper resource allocation, network configuration, and storage integration
Install and configure environmental monitoring systems including temperature sensors, humidity monitors, water detection systems, and alerting infrastructure
Coordinate physical security requirements including rack access controls, equipment locks, tamper-evident seals, and video surveillance integration for classified IT assets
Deploy, configure, and integrate NSA Type 1 cryptographic devices (KG-175, KG-142) into network architectures, including network interface configuration, key loading, and end-to-end connectivity testing
Configure and validate network security controls including boundary protection, traffic filtering, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network segmentation across classification boundaries
Perform system integration testing including network connectivity validation, throughput testing, failover testing, and end-to-end application verification across deployed infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity, system performance, hardware failures, and configuration issues across complex multi-enclave classified environments
Create and maintain comprehensive as-built documentation including network topology diagrams, IP address schemas, VLAN assignments, facility diagrams, power distribution diagrams, cooling layouts, rack elevations, cable schedules, fiber documentation, and system configuration records
Support RMF and ATO activities by providing physical and environmental control implementation evidence, including facility documentation, power systems, cooling redundancy, and physical security measures
Partner with ISSEs, ISSOs, industrial security personnel, facilities teams, and mission engineers to ensure physical infrastructure meets classification requirements and operational needs
10+ years of hands-on experience in data center infrastructure, facilities planning, or IT infrastructure deployment, with demonstrated experience building out classified DoD or IC facilities at classification levels up to and including TS/SCI and special access programs
Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification (CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent) required
Deep understanding of data center power systems including primary and backup power, UPS systems, PDUs, circuit requirements, power calculations, and electrical grounding for IT equipment
Hands-on experience with cooling systems for IT environments including CRAC units, HVAC coordination, airflow management, BTU calculations, and environmental monitoring
Extensive experience with structured cabling systems including fiber optic infrastructure (single-mode and multi-mode), copper cabling, patch panel design, cable management, and cabling standards (TIA/EIA)
Experience with rack design, installation, and configuration including rack elevations, cable management systems, weight and load calculations, and power distribution within racks
Deep expertise in network infrastructure including IP addressing, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, VPNs, and network security controls for deploying and troubleshooting complex classified networks
Hands-on experience building, configuring, and deploying physical and virtual servers including hardware assembly, operating system installation (Windows Server, Linux), and system hardening
Experience with storage systems (SAN, NAS, DAS) and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) including deployment and integration into classified environments
Experience coordinating with contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, and facilities teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, network, and system layers with ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in mission-critical environments
Working knowledge of ICD 705 Technical Specifications and physical security requirements including power line filters, RF shielding (6-sided foil), penetrations and waveguide design, TEMPEST countermeasures, acoustic protection, and visual shielding for SCIF and SAPF construction
Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 physical and environmental controls (PE family) and how they are implemented and documented within the RMF process
Experience supporting RMF and ATO activities for physical and environmental controls, including facility documentation and control implementation evidence
Strong documentation skills, with experience producing network topology diagrams, system architecture documents, facility diagrams, as-built drawings, power distribution diagrams, rack elevations, IP address schemas, and cable schedules
Physical ability to perform hands-on work including rack installation, server mounting, cable pulling, and equipment installation in data center environments
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
BICSI certifications (RCDD, DCDC, or similar) demonstrating expertise in data center design and cabling infrastructure
Professional engineering license (PE) or experience working with professional engineers on facility infrastructure projects
Experience with facility design tools including AutoCAD, Visio, or similar for creating facility diagrams, rack elevations, and infrastructure drawings
Hands-on experience with Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) systems for monitoring power, cooling, and environmental conditions
Experience with specific infrastructure vendors including APC, Liebert/Vertiv, Schneider Electric, or similar for power and cooling systems
Experience with fiber optic testing equipment including OTDRs, power meters, light sources, and fiber inspection tools
Direct experience building out SCIF and SAPF facilities in accordance with ICD 705 Technical Specifications including RF shielding installation, power line filter implementation, penetration construction (waveguides, fiber optic penetrations), TEMPEST zone management, and facility accreditation processes
Experience supporting classified ground station, satellite Command & Control (C2), or mission-critical operations center infrastructure buildouts
Familiarity with fire suppression systems for IT environments including clean agent systems (FM-200, Novec 1230) and pre-action sprinkler systems
Understanding of building codes, electrical codes (NEC), and standards relevant to data center construction and IT infrastructure
Experience with raised floor systems, cable trays, ladder racks, and overhead cable management infrastructure
Professional networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) demonstrating advanced network design and configuration expertise
Server and system certifications (e.g., Microsoft MCSE, Red Hat RHCE, VMware VCP, or equivalent) demonstrating server deployment and virtualization expertise
Experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting) for repeatable infrastructure deployments
Experience with monitoring and management tools including network monitoring systems (SNMP, NetFlow), system management platforms, and log aggregation solutions
Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud or Azure Government cloud infrastructure including compute, networking, and storage services in IL-5 or IL-6 environments
Experience supporting DoD or IC customers through facility ATO and certification processes including physical, environmental, and technical control assessments COMPENSATION
Denver, Colorado Base Salary: $170,000 – $250,000
Long Beach, California Base Salary: $180,000 – $260,000
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
This role will be onsite in Denver, CO (preferred), Colorado Springs, CO, or Long Beach, CA #LI-Onsite
Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations
Primarily field-focused role requiring extensive hands-on work in data centers, server rooms, and classified facilities including SCIFs and SAPFs
Requires physical ability to perform demanding work including lifting and mounting servers and network equipment (up to 50 lbs), working in raised floor environments, running cable in tight spaces, and working on ladders for overhead cable management
Work performed in active construction environments and operational data centers with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and equipment hazards
Requires coordination with contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, facilities teams, ISSEs, ISSOs, and government partners
Extended periods of standing, bending, kneeling, and working in confined spaces as required for equipment installation and infrastructure buildouts
Significant travel required (up to 50%) to classified facilities, government sites, and partner locations across the United States for facility assessments and infrastructure deployments
Work is performed in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs), and other classified spaces
May require occasional evening or weekend work to coordinate infrastructure deployments during facility maintenance windows

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About this role

True Anomaly is building autonomous spacecraft and space-based systems for U.S. national security, and this role puts you at the center of the infrastructure that makes those missions possible. As a Staff Mission Security Engineer on the Build team, you'll own the complete lifecycle of classified IT environments—from assessing facilities and designing power and cooling systems through deploying servers, configuring networks, and integrating storage across multiple classification levels and locations. This is hands-on work: you'll coordinate with electricians and facilities teams on infrastructure readiness, specify rack layouts and cabling systems, implement TEMPEST countermeasures and RF shielding, and personally build out and deploy the physical and virtual systems that support Special Access Programs.

The role demands deep expertise across the full infrastructure stack. You need to be equally comfortable designing power distribution and HVAC systems as you are configuring VMware environments, deploying DoD-compliant network devices, and implementing ICD 705 physical security requirements. The work spans facility assessments, structured cabling, fiber optic deployments, grounding and bonding, server builds, and virtualization—all within the constraints of classified environments up to TS/SCI and SAP levels.

You'll need an active Secret clearance to start and the ability to obtain TS/SCI. This is a temporary, in-office position in Denver with a salary range of $175,000–$255,000. True Anomaly offers comprehensive healthcare, flexible time off, equity participation, and daily catered lunch for in-office staff.

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