Qualification

Strong knowledge of NIST 800-171Hands-on experience with SIEM (SplunkAdditional Requirements

5+ years of production experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK) - You automate everything and treat security configurations like the critical code they are
Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance
Experience conducting security architecture reviews in regulated environments where "good enough" isn't good enough
Strong knowledge of NIST 800-171, CUI, and FedRAMP frameworks - You understand the requirements but more importantly, you know how to implement them in modern cloud architectures
Familiarity with government cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and CI/CD deployment pipelines that need to work across air-gapped networks
Proficiency in one or more general-purpose languages (Python, Go, Rust, etc.) - You're not just configuring tools; you're building custom security solutions
Experience implementing defensive controls for endpoints, SaaS apps, and infrastructure that operates in environments where traditional security assumptions don't apply

Experience building large-scale log ingestion and storage pipelines that can handle massive data volumes from distributed ground stations
Hands-on experience with SIEM (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, Panther) and endpoint security solutions (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne) in production environments
Strong Linux experience in production environments - Our ground stations run custom distributions
Knowledge of DFARS compliance and government contracting security requirements - You've worked where "move fast and break things" meets "don't break national security"
Familiarity with EMASS or similar government assessment tools
Demonstrated ability to own complex security projects that directly impact national security missions and interface with government customers who trust you with their most sensitive operations
Additional Requirements:
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, Northwood Space reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with optional needs.

Senior Security Engineer at NorthwoodSpace · LumiJobs

Senior Security Engineer