Sr. Security Analyst (Threat Detection)
SpaceX · Redmond, WA
About this role
**SpaceX — Sr. Security Analyst (Threat Detection)** **About the Role** SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Security Analyst to analyze and respond to threats directed at the environment. You’ll support the Security Operations Center (SOC), investigate incidents, and help improve detection and response capabilities to protect people, missions, and assets. **Responsibilities** - Support the SpaceX SOC by identifying, triaging, and remediating security detections and anomalies. - Provide incident response support as a key stakeholder, investigating incidents from initial detection through root cause. - Assist with evidence collection and collaborate with engineering teams to proactively improve and secure systems against future attacks. - Contribute to impactful detection capabilities targeting sophisticated attacker TTPs. - Enhance endpoint and network visibility, along with detection and response playbooks. **Basic Qualifications** - 5+ years of information security, networking, and/or systems engineering experience **and** a Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information technology, or other STEM discipline; **or** 7+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. - Experience with operating system internals and auditing for Linux, Windows, or macOS. - Experience with network and host-based collection tools. **Preferred Skills and Experience** - Deep understanding of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (pre- and post-exploitation). - Deep understanding of incident response processes. - Experience with Elastic, Splunk, and/or other SIEMs. - Scripting experience to automate security operations and incident response. - Experience with reverse engineering, C2 exploitation, and system/network forensics. - Security community contributions (blog posts, conference talks, CTFs, tool development, etc.). - Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and cloud security. - SANS/GIAC, OSCP, or similar certifications. **Additional Requirements** - Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed. - Must be onsite in Redmond, WA (remote/hybrid not considered). - Travel may be required (occasionally visit other SpaceX locations). **Compensation & Benefits** - **Pay Range (Level 3):** $130,000.00 – $195,000.00 - Base salary is determined case-by-case; total rewards may include long-term incentives (stock/long-term cash awards), potential discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. - Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k); disability and life insurance; paid parental leave; paid vacation and holidays; and additional perks (including shuttle service from select Seattle locations). **ITAR Requirements** To comply with U.S. export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen/national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. **Equal Opportunity Employer** SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. For reasonable accommodation or to view the Affirmative Action Plan, contact: **EEOCompliance@spacex.com**.
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