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Sr. Security Engineer

El Segundo, CAFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-11-11

Core

Build security into software and hardware development and field operations for cloud-seeding systems, protecting scientific data and aircraft/field team workflows.

Role type

Senior Security Engineer (Cloud & Field Operations)

Builds

Secure AWS infrastructure, authentication/authorization patterns, security automation, and incident response tools for cloud-seeding operations.

Domain

Aerospace/Weather Technology + Cloud Security

Required skills

Python or TypeScript, AWS security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), application security, secrets management, security automation, risk assessment, incident response, remote access security.

Preferred skills

Pulumi or Terraform, GitHub or Buildkite, Tailscale or WireGuard, robotics/aerospace security, self-service security tools.

Responsibilities

Map critical systems and data flows to prioritize risks; build secure-by-default AWS infrastructure with least-privilege access; review code and fix vulnerabilities; automate access provisioning and secrets management; integrate security checks into CI/CD pipelines; build detections and automate evidence gathering for investigations; secure Google Workspace and device configurations; partner with field teams on secure remote access for intermittent connectivity systems.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC