Network Security Engineer
SpaceX
SpaceX is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join its Security Engineering team within the Information Technology department. The role involves developing and implementing network security tools, managing firewall configurations, and providing expertise on network security best practices. The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong problem-solving skills.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 3+ years of network security experience; OR 5+ years of network security experience in lieu of a degree
- 1+ years of experience securing networks, IT infrastructure, applications, endpoints, and/or APIs
- 1+ years of experience hardening Windows, MacOS, and/or Linux operating systems
Responsibility
- Develop and implement network security tools
- Produce threat models and assess risk around existing configurations
- Provide subject matter expertise on network security, firewalls and industry best practices
- Manage firewall configurations within the SpaceX enterprise network based on operational requirements
- Analyze and proactively come up with creative network solutions for operational needs that present security challenges
- Document and formalize security processes
- Manage and maintain network security systems by applying system patches and other periodic maintenance tasks
- Work with other SpaceX teams to determine functional needs, develop secure architectures, and communicate security best practices and policies
