Senior Security Engineer

Beacon Venture Capital

. Design and implement secure architectures across applications, cloud infrastructure, backend services, and in-cockpit edge systems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeSan Carlos • California • United StatesSenior💰 $173,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing secure architectures across various environments, including cloud and edge systems, while ensuring compliance with FedRAMP and DoD standards. Proficient in security risk assessment, incident response, and integrating security practices into the software development lifecycle.

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Security EngineeringCloud Security (AWS/AWS GovCloud)Vulnerability AssessmentFedRAMP AuthorizationCISSP Certification

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Hard Skills

Threat ModelingSecure Code ReviewPenetration TestingSecurity MonitoringEncryptionVulnerability ScanningIncident ResponseAccess ManagementCI/CD Security ChecksData Handling

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SIEMIDS/IPSInfrastructure-as-CodeCMMCNIST 800-53/800-171

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCEH

Industry Keywords

AviationAerospaceDoDITARZero Trust ArchitectureStateRAMPCUI HandlingIL4/IL5 SystemsMobile DevicesEmbedded Devices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecuritySDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement secure architectures across applications, cloud infrastructure, backend services, and in-cockpit edge systems
Protect sensitive data through access management, encryption, and secure data handling
Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks through vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security reviews
Lead incident response, including detection, containment, remediation, and follow-up analysis
Integrate security into the SDLC through threat modeling, secure code review, and automated security checks in CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code
Implement and operate security monitoring and logging for real-time threat detection and response
Support FedRAMP and DoD accreditation efforts, including ATO packages, SSPs, and POA&Ms
Help maintain CMMC 2.0 readiness and alignment with DFARS cybersecurity clauses
Secure AI systems, including LLM and retrieval-based features, against prompt injection, data leakage, and model misuse
Partner with software teams and operate as an early security owner in a fast-moving aviation technology startup

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on experience in security engineering roles securing complex systems and data
Experience securing production cloud environments; AWS or AWS GovCloud strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of security principles, threat modeling, and defensive security practices
Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanning, and encryption
Familiarity with NIST 800-53/800-171, ISO 27001, and CMMC
Direct experience with FedRAMP authorization processes (ATO, SSP, POA&M) and/or DoD Impact Level IL4/IL5 environments
Proven ability to collaborate with software engineers on secure system design
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
U.S. Person status required due to U.S. export control regulations
Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States
No visa sponsorship or visa transfers available
Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are bonus points
Experience with aviation, aerospace, DoD customers, ITAR-controlled environments, zero trust architectures, StateRAMP, IL5/IL6 systems, CUI handling, and mobile, embedded, or edge devices are bonus points

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% of employee medical premiums covered; 25% for dependents
3 weeks PTO
13+ paid company holidays
401(k) offered
Equity offered
Hybrid work with option to work remotely on remaining days