Mission Security Engineer III

True Anomaly - Long Beach, CA

Hiring: Mission Security Engineer III Company: True Anomaly Location: Long Beach, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:29:05 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, CI/CD, EKS, Embedded Systems, FedRAMP, Firmware, IaC, Infrastructure as Code, Kubernetes, Linux, Penetration Testing, Product Development Lifecycle, SCA, SIEM, SOC, Zero Trust About the job Experience: •5 years of combined experience in a technical IT field, security engineering, DevSecOps, and/or software development Required Skills: •Implement end-to-end security controls for ground-based C2 systems, spacecraft hardware and software platforms, spanning firmware, embedded systems, cloud-native applications, and operational technology •Ensure security architectures enable effective monitoring, logging, and incident response without compromising operational tempo •Implement security controls and zero trust architecture throughout the product development lifecycle, minimizing RMF findings through strong upfront engineering •Implement and validate DISA STIG requirements at the OS, container, platform, and application layers within products as they are developed •Integrate RMF controls into CI/CD pipelines through DevSecOps practices including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated security scanning, and continuous monitoring tooling •Identify and remediate findings from STIGs, vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and SCA activities to maintain ATO posture •Support all RMF Steps 1–6, with emphasis on control implementation, assessment preparation, and remediation for DoD and IC programs •Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI Qualifications: •3–5 years of combined experience in a technical IT field, security engineering, DevSecOps, and/or software development •Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required •DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, or equivalent) required •Solid functional working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls and how they map to technical implementation •Hands-on experience implementing STIGs at the OS, container, platform, and application level •Operational familiarity with space system architectures including satellite operations, ground segments, and TT&C systems •Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) •Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph •Direct experience securing C2 systems, space systems, or other DoD mission systems •Direct experience within IL-5 or IL-6 impact level cloud environments Compensation: •$120,000 - $170,000 / year •Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!