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Senior Security Engineer

Job in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90079, USA
Listing for: Nelson Connects
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Network Security, Information Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

This is a unique opportunity to help secure a vital component of the nation's energy infrastructure. You will work on challenging, mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives with direct impact on operational resilience, public safety, and national security. The role offers significant technical ownership, exposure to cutting-edge security technologies, and the opportunity to protect some of the most critical systems in operation today.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer to help architect, implement, and defend our cybersecurity infrastructure. This is a hands‑on technical role focused on protecting us from sophisticated cyber threats.

The ideal candidate will bring experience securing highly regulated, mission‑critical environments and possess a strong understanding of both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) security. This individual will play a key role in designing and maintaining a resilient security posture across enterprise and industrial control environments.

Key Responsibilities Cybersecurity Architecture & Engineering
  • Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions and programs across enterprise and operational technology environments.
  • Modernize legacy security infrastructure and support the transition to a hardened, security‑first architecture.
  • Evaluate, deploy, and optimize security technologies including endpoint protection, network security, identity management, product security, and monitoring solutions.
  • Support the implementation of Zero Trust principles across systems and networks.
  • Secure the convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
  • Implement security controls for Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA networks, and other critical operational technologies.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and vulnerability tests within industrial environments while maintaining operational reliability.
  • Support network segmentation, access control, and secure remote access strategies for operational systems.
Compliance & Risk Management
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations and frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, NRC requirements, and other critical infrastructure standards.
  • Perform security assessments, control validation, and documentation activities.
  • Support audits and regulatory reviews by providing technical evidence and remediation plans.
  • Participate in enterprise risk assessments and mitigation planning.
Security Operations & Incident Response
  • Monitor, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents and threats. Looking for Red Team, offensive security experience.
  • Participate in incident response planning, tabletop exercises, and forensic investigations.
  • Develop and maintain detection rules, monitoring capabilities, and security automation processes.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen threat detection and response capabilities.
Industry Experience (preferred)

5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, preferably within one or more of the following sectors:

  • Energy
  • Nuclear
  • Aerospace
  • Aviation
  • Defense/Military
  • Critical Infrastructure
Technical Expertise (required)
  • Hands‑on experience securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA, or Operational Technology (OT) environments.
  • Strong understanding of network security architecture, segmentation, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security.
  • Experience implementing Zero Trust security architectures.
  • Knowledge of encryption technologies, PKI, identity and access management, and privileged access controls.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity risk assessment methodologies such as SABSA, TOGAF, or equivalent frameworks.
  • Experience with vulnerability management, threat detection, and incident response.
Security Clearance (preferred, not yet required for first hire)
  • Active security clearance required at the time of application.
  • Ability to maintain clearance eligibility throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Military service experience or experience supporting military, defense, or government programs.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, GICSP, GIAC, CISM, Security+, or similar.
  • Experience supporting Security Operations Centers (SOC) or threat hunting initiatives.
  • Experience with cloud security & on‑prem platforms environments.
  • Knowledge of physical security integration with cybersecurity controls.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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