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: Assessing the state of the classified cyber assurance program against industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs.

• Governance: Managing and spearheading governance of the classified cyber assurance program to interpret and drive implementation of industry standards, requirements (contractual and regulatory), and organizational needs.

• Communications: Be "the face" of classified cyber assurance program to both internal and external stakeholders (e.g. customer, regulatory, government and supplier entities).

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

• 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

• Responsible for identification, triage, and implementation of new regulatory and contractual requirements into both broad and specific applications

• Keep apprised of emerging community practices, risks, and threats

• Plan, prepare for, schedule and coordinate audits, assessments, and tests

• Identify, evaluate, and select various automation, assessment, and management tool sets to drive effectiveness and efficiencies

• Provide expert knowledge of Nessus, Splunk and Security Center tools

• Provide expert knowledge of Service Now (SNOW), 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

• 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

• 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 with obtaining ATO(s) for networks, weapon systems, and satellite systems

• Demonstrated experience with COMSEC procedures and practices

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Demonstrated project management skills, and continued track record of getting things done quickly with high quality

• Demonstrated record for providing unique and/or novel solutions

• Demonstrated record of integrating with I.T. and product security functions

• Ability to perform within mission and time constrained environments

• High comfort with and acceptance of performing individual contributor functions/tasks

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

• Ability to travel both 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 being onsite - remote work not considered

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .