Forward Deployed Security Engineer - US Government

Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. We are seeking a Forward Deployed Security Engineer to support a variety of projects and achieve ATOs for Palantir software across multiple government customers. The role requires proficiency in interpreting and communicating government policy, hands-on experience designing and deploying enterprise infrastructure and security solutions, and ability to integrate security-as-code and automated compliance gating directly into CI/CD pipelines and GitHub workflows.

Requirements

• Active U.S. DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance and willingness to upgrade and maintain a higher level of access
• Proven experience with cybersecurity in a US Government context
• Willingness and interest to travel as needed to customer sites
• Experience with information security fundamentals and core technologies (e.g., authentication, encryption, networking, vulnerability scanning, audit logs)
• Ability to multitask under pressure, using time management and organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and demonstrated ability to operate creatively within rigid government processes

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Supportive leave of absence program
• Paid leave for new parents
• Subsidized back-up care for all parents
• Fertility and family building benefits
• 401k plan
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance