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Security Analyst (Threat Detection)

SpaceX· Security Operations
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Hawthorne, CA$95k - $115kfull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Security Analyst focused on threat detection and incident response within SpaceX's Security Operations Center (SOC), responsible for analyzing threats, triaging detections, and coordinating responses to protect SpaceX systems, data, and missions.

Responsibilities

  • Support the SpaceX Security Operations Center (SOC) as frontline responder by identifying, triaging, and remediating security detections and anomalies.
  • Provide incident response support as a key stakeholder by investigating security incidents from initial detection through root cause.
  • Assist in evidence collection and collaboration with SpaceX engineering teams to proactively improve and secure systems from future attacks.
  • Contribute towards impactful detection capabilities for the environment targeting sophisticated attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Enhance endpoint and network visibility, along with detection and response playbooks, to protect SpaceX people, missions, and assets.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information technology, or other STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in information security in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with operating system auditing for Linux, Windows, or macOS platforms.
  • Experience with network and host-based collection tools.

Skills

Required:Security incident responseThreat detection and analysis
Nice to have:SIEM tools (e.g., Elastic, Splunk)Scripting for automation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Various discounts and perks
  • Accrual of paid vacation (3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave in line with company policy
  • Employee stock purchase plan and potential long-term incentives (stock or cash)
  • Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount
Last updated Jul 29, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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