It Security And Compliance Engineer
Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking an IT Security And Compliance Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.
The IT Security And Compliance Engineer will play a key role in our IT and Security team. They will take the lead on ensuring compliance to Lunar Outposts obligations. They will assist in developing strategies for maintaining requirements and contract obligations, among which will be assisting in the production of SSPs and POA&Ms. The ideal candidate will bring with them a thorough understanding of security architecture, risk management, US government contracting, controlled environments, and a readiness to work in a dynamic but pragmatic startup environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Stand up and maintain security controls aligned to established frameworks and requirements such as NIST 800-171, FARS / DFARS, NIST 800-53, and ITAR
- Lead or assist in internal and external IT compliance audits; ensure audit readiness and timely remediation of findings
- Manage security and compliance documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and incident response plans
- Support training and awareness programs to foster a culture of security across the organization
- Evaluate and implement tools for log monitoring (e.g., SIEM), DLP, and secure configurations
- Partner with other compliance teams and the IT Manager to administrate and track work within a GRC
Required Qualifications :
Minimum of 5-7 years IT experience3+ years in IT Security and Governance1+ years in Risk Management3+ years working with frameworks (e.g. NIST, SOC2, Hi-Trust, etc.)Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, and / or equivalent experience as an IT or Security Engineer / AdministratorExperience with security compliance audits and frameworksExperience with GRCsExperience in Vendor ManagementExperience with Okta and EntraIDProficient with Microsoft Purview including audit log management, document markings, and DLPDeep knowledge of secure environments and architectureA deep sense of accountability for your project decisions and actionsSelf-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlinesExcellent organization and time management skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsU.S. PersonPreferred Qualifications :
Experience working in an aerospace or defense environmentFamiliarity with cloud security and compliance in AWS / Azure environmentsSecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+)Experience with Okta WorkflowsFamiliar with CUI standards and controlled workspacesFamiliarity with SCIFsExperience in local and cloud network managementProficient with Bash, zsh, and PowerShellExperience in working with a diverse collection of Operating Systems. (e.g., MacOS, Windows 11, RedHat)Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.