Mission Operations Cyber Security Engineer/Network Security - Merritt Island, FL
Full Time Secret Clearance Shift Work

Mission Operations Cyber Security Engineer/Network Security
Full Time Professional
Merritt Island, FL 32953

The vision at Sidus Space is to make space accessible to everyone by increasing the viability of low-cost access to space. At Sidus, our whole is greater than the sum of our parts. The Sidus team is made up of highly talented individuals, each contributing their own experience, knowledge, skills, and ideas. It is our team that sets us apart from our competition and makes our mission of Bringing Space Down to Earth™.

Job Summary
The Sidus Space Mission Operations Cyber Security Engineer is responsible for managing the Sidus Mission Operation Center (MOC) ground network (located in Merritt Island, Florida) and Sidus Network operations located in Cape Canaveral, FL. The MOC is a dedicated, private network architecture that must maintain availability daily to include secure/private links to our LizzieSat satellite constellation, External Flight Test Platforms (EFTP), Phoenix Deployer, etc.) and private/secure links to partners sites that critical for successful Mission Operations. Remote sites interfaces include NASA Centers via Huntsville Operations Control Center (HOSC), ground site network vendor, command and control software service provider, cloud-based services that route data/applications between locations, and payload/science-centers/customer sites.
This lead engineer is a highly functioning seasoned IT professional that provides subject matter expert proficiency within the Cybersecurity and Network Engineering family. He/she will develop and apply technical expertise and leadership in two or more IT disciplines that support the technical infrastructure. This includes technologies, systems, networks, data architectures, capacity planning, performance management, security, and configuration management.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Merritt Island, Florida, occasionally reporting to Cape Canaveral, Florida.

Position Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Deploy and maintain an efficient, cost effective, reliable ground network for space mission operations
Implement IT Security Solutions and ensure successful implementation.
Establish program control processes to ensure mitigation of risk.
Research and implementation of hardware.
Emerging technology research.
Perform analyses to validate established security requirements, recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
Interact with company leaders.
Build a lasting professional network through engaging activities and social events.
Adhere to all Quality Management Systems standards and procedures
Treat all team members with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.
Other duties as assigned**

Basic Qualifications (Required Education/Experience)
Five (5) years’ experience in cyber and/or network security
Bachelors’ Degree in cyber security, computer science, electronics engineering, or other related discipline. Master’s degree in related field preferred; Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Mission Operations experience in command and data handling
Experience with hardware/software integration with various command and telemetry applications
Experience in a publicly traded company and/or government contracting preferred
Proficiency with cloud-based applications and usage for high rate, robust, secure data transfer
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
Commitment to providing the highest quality products and services that meet or exceed the requirements and expectations of our customer, actively pursuing opportunities for continual improvements of service quality.
Knowledge of security principles, policies, and regulations.
Knowledge of Cyber Security documentation management, security and privacy rules.
Able to multitask, prioritize task and projects, as well as manage time efficiently
Able to analyze problems and strategize for best solutions
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with many different teams/individuals to reach a common goal by building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation maintaining positive and professional relationships, and contributing to a culture of inclusion

Physical Requirements
Sedentary Work – occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves being stationary most of the time, sometimes requiring moving about the work center on concrete surfaces.
Computer Work – daily use of laptop, computer monitor screen, keyboard, and mouse, sometimes utilizing a headset with microphone & speakers.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
All candidates selected will be subject to background investigation and drug screen
This position requires eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Drug-Free Workplace
Sidus Space is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Travel Requirement
Able to travel

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