Security Operations Engineer

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.Security Operations EngineerAstranis is looking for a Security Operations Engineer who isn’t afraid to dive headfirst into the digital abyss. Our ideal candidate is a seasoned defender with the technical depth to not only triage complex threats but to oversee the very systems that keep us secure. As a Tier 2/3 escalation point, you will be the backbone of our defense, untangling advanced malware, neutralizing sophisticated phishing schemes, and leading high-stakes incident response operations.In an environment where threats evolve at breakneck speed, we need a resourceful engineer who can engineer resilience, mentor junior analysts, and protect our digital frontier with precision.RoleAdvanced Incident Triage: Act as the Tier 2/3 escalation point for complex security events. Investigate and resolve high-severity incidents escalated from initial monitoring tiers.System Oversight: Oversee and optimize security infrastructure, ensuring that Google SecOps (Chronicle) and other SIEM/SOAR tools are tuned for maximum visibility and efficiency.Incident Leadership: Lead the charge during active incident response operations, coordinating across teams to contain threats and performing deep-dive post-incident forensics.Malware & Threat Analysis: Perform deep-tissue analysis of malware to understand behavior and origins, using that intelligence to build proactive technical controls.Detection Engineering: Create, integrate, and maintain custom security tools and automated playbooks to streamline the "detect-to-remediate" lifecycle.Strategic Defense: Investigate advanced phishing vectors and implement systemic preventive measures; assist in high-level purple team exercises to validate our posture.Operational Excellence: Maintain and mature security documentation, including technical procedures, complex runbooks, and internal security policies.Requirements3–5 years of experience in a dedicated security operations or engineering role.Tier 2/3 Expertise: Proven track record of handling complex escalations and leading incident response efforts.Technical Depth: Advanced experience in malware analysis, digital forensics, and neutralizing sophisticated phishing campaigns.Systems Mastery: Strong understanding of security standards, hardening principles, and the ability to oversee enterprise-grade security platforms.Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to think like an attacker to better defend the system.Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable leadership briefings.Education/Experience: While we value experience, a degree in CS, Cybersecurity, or a related field is a plus.BonusCertifications: Advanced certifications such as CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, or OSCP.Platform Experience: Hands-on experience managing and tuning Google SecOps (Chronicle).Automation: Experience with SOAR platforms or scripting (Python, Go) to automate response workflows.What we offer: All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.Base Salary$150,000—$205,000 USDU.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, Or Refugee/Asylee Status Required(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.