Astranis

Astranis

Security Operations Engineer

San Francisco · Junior

Work authorization required$150k-$205kDetected 1 day ago
PythonGoCybersecuritySIEMSOARSOC OperationsDetection EngineeringIncident ResponseLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingCISSP

About the role

  • Security Operations Engineer Astranis is looking for a Security Operations Engineer who isn't afraid to dive headfirst into the digital abyss.

Responsibilities

  • Perform deep-tissue analysis of malware to understand behavior and origins, using that intelligence to build proactive technical controls.
  • Investigate advanced phishing vectors and implement systemic preventive measures; assist in high-level purple team exercises to validate our posture.
  • Maintain and mature security documentation, including technical procedures, complex runbooks, and internal security policies.

Requirements

  • 3-5 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.
  • Automation: Experience with SOAR platforms or scripting (Python, Go) to automate response workflows.
  • Strong understanding of security standards, hardening principles, and the ability to oversee enterprise-grade security platforms.
  • Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to think like an attacker to better defend the system.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable leadership briefings.

Nice to have

  • 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 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.
  • Security Operations Engineer
  • Astranis 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.

Compensation

  • $150,000 - $205,000 USD
  • Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources.

Benefits

  • 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.

Company info

  • Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

This listing is sourced directly from Astranis's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.