Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d)
SSC Space
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Job summary
SSC Space in Gilching, Germany is seeking a Mission Planning Systems Engineer to support cyber security and information systems for space missions. You will review procedures, identify threats, and develop response plans within a security-conscious, international team.
The role requires a technical degree in IT/cyber security, strong Linux and Python experience, and fluency in English. A willingness to participate in audits and to work closely with Cyber Security Manager is essential.
Qualifications
- Must have a technical degree in IT systems, cyber security, computer science or equivalent.
- Proven professional experience in IT systems security.
- Strong knowledge of security concepts, encryption, vulnerability analysis, etc.
- Extensive practical knowledge of Linux OS (Debian, Ubuntu) in a terminal.
- Experience in software development (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Django) and testing.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox) and CVSS.
- Willingness to undergo security audits.
- Confidentiality and reliability.
- Fluency in English.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze information security procedures and applications in daily operations.
- Detect and classify anomalies; create a solution concept.
- Identify threats and prepare response plans; develop a signature-ready operational solution.
- Maintain the security risk register by identifying new cyber risks.
- Prepare training materials and train project staff in IT security.
- Provide regular reporting and escalate to Cyber Security Manager for concrete risks.
- Review system against customer security requirements and propose rectifications.
- Define cyber security processes and workflows in engineering area.
- Define new projects and technical solutions in cyber security.
- Further develop tools for analysis and report creation.
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Job description
Welcome to SSC – Swedish Space Corporation, the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Gilching, Germany
Working hours: Full time, 40h/week
Requirement: EU Citizenship
Submission Deadline: 2026-09-11
Welcome to SSC – Swedish Space Corporation, the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.
Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?
If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity as a Mission Planning Systems Engineer. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.
In line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks
- Technical degree in IT systems, cyber security, computer science or equivalent
- Profound professional experience in the field of IT systems security industry
- In-depth knowledge of cyber security-related topics (security concepts, encryption, vulnerability analysis, etc.)
- Extensive practical knowledge in Linux OS (Debian, Ubuntu) in a Terminal
- In-depth knowledge of software development (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Django) and software testing (static, dynamic, fuzzing)
- Familiar with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox), cryptography and Common Vulnerability Scoring System standard (CVSS)
- Willingness to undergo security audits
- Confidentiality and reliability
- Good inter-personal and communication skills
- Fluency in English
- Understanding of latest technological advancements in the field of Artificial Intelligence
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker
- Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle
- Previous experience working in a Scrum Team
- Review and analysis of the procedures and applications in information security (access protection, encryption configuration control, vulnerability analysis, malware detection, database activities) regularly running in the daily business, under prior analysis of the project requirements in the cyber security area
- Detection and classification of system anomalies in the local security environment, creation of a solution concept
- Identification of potential threats to the information and communication systems, preparation of a response plan, review of implementation and development of a signature‑ready and efficient operational solution, followed by escalation in case of breaches
- Processing the security risk register by continuously identifying new cyber security risks and threats
- Preparation of training materials and regular training of project staff in the context of IT Security
- Regular reporting and fast escalation to the Cyber Security Manager System Evolution as well as Security Manager in case of a concrete risk situation in the IT Security area, e.g. critical vulnerabilities
- Regular review and documentation of the system against the security requirements defined by the customer; in the event of deviations, preparation of appropriate rectification concepts and implementation
- Definition of cyber security processes and workflows in the engineering area
- Definition of new projects and technical solutions in the cyber security area
- Further development of the tools used in the area of analysis and report creation
What we offer:
- Thriving Environment: A growing and international environment with diverse backgrounds to learn from, with a lot of social events.
- Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of our relocation support and 30 days of paid vacation.
- Develop yourself: Enjoy permanent employment with diverse opportunities for growth, with our training program and a German language course.
- Well being: Prioritize your well-being with access to our gym program, bike lease program, and company doctor services.
- Supportive Workplace: Experience our open-door policy and ISO 9001-certified workplace, where your voice is valued and your contributions recognized
- Rewards and Incentives: Receive a competitive salary, bonus scheme, deferred compensation scheme and sponsored public transportation tickets.
- Our Values: SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space. With local presence on all continents and about 750 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.
We help Earth benefit from space. Learn more at sscspace.com
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