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Rocket Lab

Robot type
Marine and Space
Location
Long BeachCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Software
Posted
Oct 30, 2026
Salary
$108,000–$148,000 a year
Full-time

Cybersecurity Engineer II - Secret Clearance

Job description

At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance required upon hire
  • 2+ years of experience in system security engineering or a related role.
  • 8140 Intermediate or Advanced certification (e.g. Security+, Cloud+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST 800, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
  • Proficiency in security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection).
  • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing hybrid environments.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements.

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