Job Type: Full-time
Clearance Level: Secret
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Location: Arvada, Colorado
Salary: 110-150k
The mission
Our client is building modern, cloud-native satellite mission operations software. They’re a small, fast-moving team with deep aerospace and software roots, bringing modern software velocity to space operations.
This is your chance to secure the next generation of space infrastructure.
What you'll do
As the Information Systems Security Officer, you’ll establish, implement, and maintain information security policies to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.
You’ll Own:
- Working through Risk Management Framework (RMF) Steps 1-6 to obtain and maintain IATT/ATO decisions for cloud-based classified systems
- Developing security policies in accordance with CNSSI 1253, NIST SP 800-53, and other federal regulations
- Conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability assessments
- Preparing for and executing formal assessments with Government Security Control Assessors
- Developing and maintaining an Incident Response Plan
- Creating and maintaining System Security Plans within eMASS
- Investigating and adjudicating SIEM events
What You Bring
Must-Haves:
- Active SECRET clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
- Space Force experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in information security with Space AO and DCSA
- IAT Level II Certification (CompTIA Sec+ or comparable), IAT Level III preferred (CISSP, CISM)
- Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards for RMF, CNSSI, and NIST
Technical Skills: Proficiency in SIEM, IDS/IPS, STIG Hardening, vulnerability management solutions. Exposure to Kubernetes Containerization, AWS Secret Environment and Tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and Secure Network Architecture.
Why This Role
Join a small team working on real missions in the next chapter of the Space Age. Work with sharp, ambitious people who push boundaries and move quickly.
