Senior Space Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Senior Cyber Systems Engineer to architect the cyber security of spaceflight data, flight software interfaces, and ground operations. You will define security requirements, align with safety and mission goals, and collaborate with spacecraft and test teams to ensure a hardened, end-to-end cyber architecture for Blue Ring satellites.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk assessment, and adherence to CNSSP/NIST standards while enabling mission success and safe human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or certification in cybersecurity, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with space systems cyber standards CNSSP-12, NCSDMO-8, CNSSI-4003, CNSSI-4005 and NIST 800-53.
• 10+ years experience in Space systems command and data handling systems.
• Knowledgeable of cyber security strategies and practices within the National Security Space industry.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Planning and configuring network topologies and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, routing protocols).
• Use outcome-driven metrics and key performance indicators to measure cybersecurity effectiveness and drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Assess compliance using monitoring technologies and regular audits and reviews, identifying areas of non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
• Documenting space vehicle network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and supporting evidence of compliance.
• Support policies and procedures maintenance aligned with in-scope security frameworks, regulations, and internal standards to manage identified risks effectively.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities across the in-space systems mission area, analyzing their impact and likelihood of occurrence.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Space systems knowledge

Network security

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or cybersecurity certification

Tools

CNSSP-12

NCSDMO-8

CNSSI-4003

CNSSI-4005

NIST 800-53

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a Senior Cyber Systems Engineer to architect the cyber security of spaceflight data, flight software interfaces, and ground operations. You will define security requirements, align with safety and mission goals, and collaborate with spacecraft and test teams to ensure a hardened, end-to-end cyber architecture for Blue Ring satellites.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk assessment, and adherence to CNSSP/NIST standards while enabling mission success and safe human spaceflight.