Sr. Network Security Engineer

spacex· Security Engineering
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📍 Starbase, TX

About this role

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER

SpaceX is looking for a Sr. Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and operate security for SpaceX corporate and enterprise networks. This is hands-on network security work: designing and implementing segmentation, routing, and access controls; operating firewalls and related platforms such as Palo Alto, Check Point, Juniper, and Arista; and turning operational requirements into production architectures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design, implement, and support network security for corporate and enterprise environments.
  • Configure and maintain network security controls, policies, and architectures based on operational requirements.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on network security, firewalls, and industry best practices.
  • Analyze operational needs that present security challenges and develop secure network solutions.
  • Implement and maintain network segmentation, routing, and access controls.
  • Lead technical design reviews for network security changes.
  • Define network security patterns and standards.
  • Serve as an escalation point for network security issues.
  • Drive network security incidents to root cause and a durable fix.
  • Partner with network engineering, IT, and other SpaceX teams to determine functional needs, develop secure architectures, and communicate security best practices and policies.
  • Test and implement changes in a production environment with change control.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 5+ years of network security experience; OR 8+ years of network security experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 3+ years of experience securing networks, IT infrastructure, applications, endpoints, and/or APIs.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience with network security technologies, their operation, and limitations.
  • Firewalls (Palo Alto, Check Point, Juniper, and Arista).
  • Experience designing and configuring eBGP fabrics for large multi-path networks built from scratch.
  • Switch/router ACLs.
  • Network access control solutions.
  • IPsec and TLS-based VPNs.
  • Web application firewalls.
  • Email security.
  • Logging and alerting with SIEMs.
  • Familiarity with networking protocols and the OSI model.
  • Experience testing and implementing changes in a production environment.
  • Experience leading technical design reviews and defining network security patterns and standards.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
  • Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Sr. Network Security Engineer role at spacex is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Sr. Network Security Engineer position at spacex located?
This Sr. Network Security Engineer role at spacex is based in Starbase, TX. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Sr. Network Security Engineer at spacex belong to?
This Sr. Network Security Engineer position is part of the Security Engineering department at spacex. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Sr. Network Security Engineer position at spacex?
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When was the Sr. Network Security Engineer job at spacex posted?
This Sr. Network Security Engineer position at spacex was posted on Oct 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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