True Anomaly is seeking a Mission Security Engineer to secure national security space systems, classified ground-based Command and Control (C2) infrastructure, and space vehicle hardware and software. The role requires expertise in cybersecurity and compliance, including NIST 800-53 controls implementation and validation, DevSecOps, and cloud infrastructure deployment. The successful candidate will work as part of a cross-functional team to design, deploy, measure, and document classified systems from the ground up, ensuring they meet rigorous federal security standards while accelerating delivery of critical warfighting capabilities to Department of War and Intelligence Community customers.
Requirements
- Implement end-to-end security controls for ground-based C2 systems, spacecraft hardware and software platforms
- Ensure security architectures enable effective monitoring, logging, and incident response
- Implement security controls and zero trust architecture throughout the product development lifecycle
- Implement and validate DISA STIG requirements
- Integrate RMF controls into CI/CD pipelines through DevSecOps practices
- Identify and remediate findings from STIGs, vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and SCA activities
- Support all RMF Steps 1–6, with emphasis on control implementation, assessment preparation, and remediation for DoD and IC programs
- Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI
- Support cloud Provisional Authorization (PA) and inherited control models across classified cloud environments
- Contribute technically to security artifacts including SSPs, SAPs, SARs, and POA&Ms
- Serve as a credible technical voice with government ISSOs, ISSEs, and third-party assessors during ATO and reauthorization activities
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and clearance level
- Opportunity to drive security posture for cutting-edge space systems with national security impact
- Professional development support including conferences, training, and security certifications
- Collaborative culture working alongside spacecraft engineers, mission operators, and experienced security professionals
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
