Sr. Classified Cyber Assurance Analyst

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) is seeking a Senior Classified Cyber Assurance Analyst in Hawthorne, California. This role involves managing the classified cyber assurance program, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to reduce risk and enhance mission success.

Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in cyber assurance, project management, and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. SpaceX offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years experience in cyber assurance for classified systems.
• 5+ years experience guiding technical cyber assurance practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Manage the RMF A&A lifecycle process for SpaceX classified systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Plan and coordinate audits and assessments.

Skills

Cyber assurance management

Technical guidance

Project management

Expertise in security tools

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Nessus

Splunk

ServiceNow

Job description

SpaceX: SR. Classified Cyber Assurance Analyst

SpaceX is seeking a senior classified cyber assurance practitioner to drive the SpaceX classified cyber assurance program forward. The program focuses on three major areas:

• Assessment – Assess the state of the classified cyber assurance program against industry standards, contractual and regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
• Governance – Manage and spearhead governance to interpret and drive implementation of industry standards, contractual and regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
• Communications – Be “the face” of the program to internal and external stakeholders (e.g., customer, regulatory, government, supplier).

The successful candidate will assist in driving the assurance team to ensure SpaceX delivers on customer requirements, reduces risk, and ensures mission success. We are a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking, highly dynamic environment with high degrees of autonomy and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the complete RMF A&A lifecycle process for assigned SpaceX classified information systems.
• Ensure compliance with existing regulatory, policy, and contractual requirements as they pertain to SpaceX classified information systems.
• Identify, triage, and implement new regulatory and contractual requirements into broad and specific applications.
• Stay apprised of emerging community practices, risks, and threats.
• Plan, prepare, schedule, and coordinate audits, assessments, and tests.
• Identify, evaluate, and select automation, assessment, and management tools to drive effectiveness and efficiencies.
• Provide expert knowledge of Nessus, Splunk, Security Center, ServiceNow, eMASS, and other GRC tools.
• Guide and mentor cleared cyber assurance analyst(s).
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, contractual partners, and government customers.
• Successfully further SpaceX objectives and initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; OR 7+ years of experience managing cyber assurance for classified computer systems/networks in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience providing guidance, development, corrective action, and performance review of highly technical cyber assurance practitioners.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience with NRO A&A processes and the JSIG A&A processes.
• Subject matter expertise in the RMF 7 step process.
• Experience working within highly technical and demanding teams and environments.
• Experience obtaining ATO(s) for networks, weapon systems, and satellite systems.
• Experience with COMSEC procedures and practices.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills with a record of high‑quality, timely delivery.
• Demonstrated record of innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated record of integrating with IT and product security functions.
• Ability to perform within mission‑and‑time‑constrained environments.
• High comfort with individual‑contributor functions and tasks.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to travel locally and domestically.
• DoD IAM Level III eligibility based on active certifications.
• Counterintelligence (CI) scope polygraph (full‑scope or lifestyle also acceptable) or ability to successfully complete.
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires on‑site presence – remote work not considered.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Note that an active clearance may provide opportunity to work on sensitive SpaceX missions and may be subject to pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: Cyber Assurance Analyst/Senior $130,000 – $180,000 per year.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

Benefits include long‑term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards), discretionary bonuses, purchase of additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, additional discounts, and perks. Eligible for 3 weeks paid vacation, 10+ paid holidays, and 5 sick leave days per year for exempt employees.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or sexual orientation. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan or requiring reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].