Senior IT Security Engineer - Mission System Cybersecurity & Compliance

Lunar Outpost • Golden, CO

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About The Position

Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, is seeking a Senior IT Security Engineer - Mission Systems Cybersecurity & Compliance to contribute to their mission in a dynamic startup environment. This role is key in the development and deployment of Lunar Outpost Mission System, ensuring the security, resilience, and compliance of mission and ground systems throughout their lifecycle. The position integrates cybersecurity principles into system design, development, and operations to protect mission data, assets, and critical infrastructure. The engineer will lead compliance efforts against the NIST 800-53 framework, assist in developing strategies for maintaining requirements and contract obligations, and produce Security Protection Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security architecture, risk management, US government contracting, controlled environments, and be ready to work in a dynamic startup setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, Information Technology, related discipline or relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree: 4 + years of direct experience in cyber security, governance, risk management, or compliance roles
• Master’s Degree: 2 + years of direct experience in cyber security, governance, risk management, or compliance roles
• Experience with security compliance audits and frameworks
• A deep sense of accountability for your project decisions and actions
• Experience with system engineering processes (requirements, architecture, design, V&V) applied to cyber-systems
• Strong technical skills in cloud architecture, operating systems networks, security controls, vulnerability scanning, incident response
• Familiarity with relevant cyber standards/frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, ISO) and mission assurance/survivability concepts.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, with strong written and verbal communication, documentation skills, and ability to influence engineering teams
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• U.S. Person

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cloud security and compliance in AWS /AWS GovCloud environments
• Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+)
• Experience with aerospace/space/mission systems context or defense environment
• Experience in the design, development and maintenance for cloud-based architecture supporting critical operations
• Performed leadership role or served directly on a team that went through full security audit

Responsibilities

• Stand up and maintain security controls aligned to established frameworks and requirements such as NIST 800-171, FARS/DFARS, NIST 800-53 and ITAR
• Develop, decompose, and trace cybersecurity requirements into architecture, design, implementation, test and verification activities of the mission system.
• Design, implement, monitor, and maintain security controls in mission systems – including configuration reviews, continuous monitoring, incident response, role-based access controls, etc.
• Lead or assist in internal and external security compliance audits; ensure audit readiness and timely remediation of findings
• Manage security and compliance documentation including SSPs, POA&Ms, Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM) and provide evidence of cybersecurity compliance/supporting authorization for operation
• Lead or contribute to incident response, forensics, security monitoring, and remediation when cybersecurity incidents or vulnerabilities are discovered
• Support training and awareness programs to foster a culture of security across the organization
• Evaluate and implement tools for log monitoring (e.g., SIEM), DLP, and secure configurations
• Plan for and implement resilience, survivability, maintainability, and upgradability of mission systems in the face of evolving cybersecurity threats
• Partner with other compliance teams and the IT Manager to administrate and track work within a GRC

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior