SCI)

K2 Space•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$120,000 - $180,000

About The Position

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today’s and tomorrow’s massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we’d love for you to apply. The Role As an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) at K2 Space you will oversee and maintain compliance with cybersecurity regulations and best practices for our space systems and infrastructure. The ISSM will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing security policies, risk assessments, and security controls to protect classified and unclassified information systems. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and able to coordinate with our national security stakeholders to meet their unique requirements for safeguarding classified information across the spectrum of sensitivities from controlled unclassified information to top secret special access programs. K2 Space is a fast-paced startup environment and as ISSM you must be able to quickly adapt and implement solutions in a dynamic workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years working information assurance for national security systems
Experience with NIST 800-53, RMF, and other DoD cybersecurity policies.
Strong understanding of system security architecture and risk management.
Experience as an ISSM, ISSO, or ISSE
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CISM, or similar certification.
Experience standing up new secure networks at a commercial organization (SCI or SAP).
Experience obtaining Authority to Operate (ATO) of an operational aerospace system (satellite, aircraft, etc)

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with NIST, RMF, and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks.
Develop, implement, and enforce information security policies and procedures.
Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and security audits.
Manage security authorization packages and maintain system accreditation.
Work closely with IT, engineering, program management and government agencies to ensure secure operations.
Provide security training and awareness programs for employees.
Investigate and respond to security incidents and implement corrective actions.