Astra

IAM Analyst II

Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
CybersecurityIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Not Specified
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: $35.08 - $55.38 USD (Hourly)

The Security Engineer II is responsible for protecting technological assets by establishing and enforcing system and network access controls. The Security Engineer will focus on the delivery of core security improvements and operations. This will include the management of firewalls, vulnerability assessments review and remediation, encryption methodologies, systems and network security.

Scope

  • Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
  • Works on problems of moderate scope
  • Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects

Your Roles and Responsibilities

  • Participates in the planning, design and build of security architectures
  • Engages in the implementation of network and computer security and ensures compliance with corporate cybersecurity policies and procedures
  • Monitors cybersecurity requirements for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related network devices.
  • Performs security assessments of applications and systems using penetration and vulnerability testing and risk analysis
  • Participates in configuration and installation of firewalls and intrusion detection systems
  • Implements software fixes (patches) to remove system vulnerabilities
  • Responds immediately to cybersecurity-related incidents and assists with providing a thorough post-event analysis
  • Helps to investigate intrusion incidents and conducts forensic investigations
  • Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications/Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Builds productive internal and external working relationships
  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
  • System implementation, installation, and disaster recovery planning experience
  • Understanding and working knowledge of various routing protocols
  • Familiarity with enterprise routers, switches, and web load balancers
  • Knowledgeable about maintaining highly available and highly secure networks

Preferred Qualifications

  • Not Specified

Physical Demand & Work Environment

  • Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
  • Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
  • Must be able to use a computer
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively
  • Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary Information: The salary information provided is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives. The salary range consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay, and placement within this range depends on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, and preferred qualifications.
  • Benefits: Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:
    • Medical provided through Cigna (PPO, HSA, EPO options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
    • Dental provided through Cigna (DPPO & DHMO options)
    • Nationwide Vision provided through VSP
    • Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
    • Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking

Skills

Firewall Management
Vulnerability Assessment
Penetration Testing
Risk Analysis
Network Security
Intrusion Detection Systems
Security Architecture
Encryption
Incident Response
Forensic Investigation

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$291.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive Medical (HMO & PPO)/Dental/Vision plans
Company paid Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability plans
401K with company match
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter benefits
Caregiving support benefits
Company perks, like PetPlan, curated gym/travel/products discounts
Free lunch
Company events

Risks

Going private may limit Astra's access to public capital markets.
Astra faces financial instability due to liquidity crunch and high cost of capital.
Intensifying competition in the small satellite launch market could impact Astra's market share.

Differentiation

Astra offers cost-effective launch services for small satellite payloads.
The company focuses on agile rockets for frequent access to space.
Astra provides online reservations for payload deliveries to various orbits.

Upsides

Growing demand for small satellite constellations aligns with Astra's business model.
U.S. government investment in space technology presents contract opportunities for Astra.
Astra's reusable rocket technology could lead to significant cost reductions.

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