Security Engineer, Operations

Overview

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors and with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers, we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.

The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry to mass abundance. K2 satellites are engineered to survive harsh radiation environments and to capitalize on today’s and tomorrow’s rockets, delivering capability at constellation scale across multiple orbits. With launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we’re Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization.

If you are motivated and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love for you to apply.

You will be on the front lines of protecting systems, data, and teams that make high-powered satellites a reality. You’ll dive into real-world security operations—monitoring alerts, investigating incidents, and hunting for threats to ensure our corporate and mission-critical environments stay resilient and secure. This is hands-on, high-impact work where your expertise safeguards the foundation of our missions and keeps K2 Space moving boldly forward.

• Monitor security alerts, logs, and events from SIEM, endpoint, network, and cloud systems, identifying and escalating potential threats
• Respond to and assist in the investigation of security incidents, including containment, remediation, and root-cause analysis
• Maintain and operate security tooling, including endpoint protection, intrusion detection, vulnerability scanners, and cloud security monitoring systems
• Support firewall, VPN, and network access controls under guidance from senior or principal engineers
• Assist with identity and access management operations, including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews
• Perform vulnerability scans and assist in tracking remediation efforts across corporate IT systems
• Collaborate with IT, networking, and engineering teams to implement security recommendations and corrective actions
• Maintain and update technical documentation, incident reports, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in threat hunting, anomaly detection, and proactive security exercises
• Assist in security awareness initiatives by reporting common issues and promoting best practices among users

• 5+ years of experience in security operations or engineering roles, preferably in a fast-paced startup or technology environment
• 2+ years of development experience with any modern programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Rust, Go) in lieu of a degree; or a bachelor’s degree in security engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline
• Knowledge of operating systems, networking, security best practices, and system performance monitoring tools
• Comfortable working with mission-critical and sensitive systems with a sense of urgency appropriate to responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science or engineering
• Technical certifications (e.g., Network+, MCSE, Security+)

• Base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $125,000 plus equity
• Salary based on factors including knowledge, skills, education, and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and other perks

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Building a spacecraft like no other requires a team like no other, and non-traditional career twists are welcome.

If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application or interviews, please let us know.

As defined in ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals. The person hired will have access to information controlled by U.S. export regulations and ITAR and must be a “U.S. person” or otherwise eligible for an export license.

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other protected status.