Principal Security Architect

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. Design and enforce cybersecurity architectures across the TeraWave system, including spacecraft, terminals, ground stations, command-and-control links, and cloud/edge infrastructure .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $169,624 - $237,473 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and enforcing cybersecurity architectures, including zero-trust frameworks and risk analysis, while guiding engineering teams on security practices. Proficient in translating business requirements into functional security architectures and leading incident response efforts.

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Cybersecurity Architecture DesignThreat ModelingEmbedded Systems SecurityNetwork SecurityTechnical Communication

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Hard Skills

Threat ModelingCryptographyIdentity ManagementNetwork SecuritySecure Software DevelopmentLinux Security FeaturesFirmware SecurityASIC SecurityFPGA SecurityZero-Trust Architecture

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Cloud InfrastructureCommand-and-Control LinksSecurity PoliciesIncident Response ToolsManufacturing Operations

Industry Keywords

Regulatory FrameworksExport-Controlled EnvironmentsThreat Actor TradecraftAttack TechniquesSecurity Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyCloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and enforce cybersecurity architectures across the TeraWave system, including spacecraft, terminals, ground stations, command-and-control links, and cloud/edge infrastructure
Secure onboard satellite systems, embedded computers, firmware, inter-satellite links, and critical bus components
Protect RF and optical/laser links between Earth and orbit against manipulation, interception, and denial
Establish and enforce zero-trust architectures, network segmentation, trust boundaries, and breach containment
Perform threat modeling and risk analysis across system segments
Establish security policies and ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks
Translate business and compliance requirements into functional security architectures, including network segmentation, firewall DMZs, and identity management schemes
Balance security controls with operational productivity, cloud migration timelines, and program objectives
Guide and mentor engineering teams on security practices
Review proposed infrastructure and design changes for security implications
Oversee incident response
Collaborate with manufacturing operations, flight operations, payload, software, ground, network, and silicon teams
Assess security staffing needs, define roles, build resource cases, and help hire and develop the security team
Define security requirements for TeraWave manufacturing assembly and test processes
Work within the Chief Systems Architecture office alongside payload, flight software, ground systems, network engineering, and silicon teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field; MS preferred
10+ years of experience spanning threat modeling, cryptography, identity management and authentication, network security, and secure software development
Deep understanding of embedded systems security, including firmware, ASICs, and FPGAs
Modern software engineering practices
Deep understanding of Linux security features and defense strategies
Ability to frame and close architectural trades by scoping questions, identifying binding constraints, and documenting defensible outcomes
Strong technical communication skills for presenting security architecture and risk assessments to domain specialists and program leadership
Experience with security in export-controlled environments preferred
Understanding of threat actor tradecraft and state-of-the-art attack techniques preferred
Experience building or leading a small technical team from inception preferred
Experience leading threat assessments and defining security architectures within manufacturing environments preferred
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee
Required to complete Blue's Standard Background Check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors, subject to company discretion
Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace
Reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees