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Viasat · 16 hours ago

Cyber Security Engineer

positionCalifornia, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$160K/yr - $240K/yr
date3+ years exp

Viasat is a company focused on delivering global communication solutions. They are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to advise and enhance their cyber security posture, ensuring a secure environment for their networks while collaborating with various engineering teams.

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badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Advising and driving cyber security posture
Performing cyber activities including STIGs and issue remediation
Identifying improvements and developing team efforts to keep security strong
Working closely with network and systems architects to build the network and ensuring guidelines are in place

Qualification

Cyber Security experienceNetworking principlesSTIGs familiarityCCNA CertificationCISSP certificationNessus familiarityLinux familiarityWindows familiarityDocumenting processesCommunication skillsLeadership abilities

Required

3+ years' proven experience in the Cyber Security Field
Demonstrated familiarity with Networking principals
Proven leadership abilities
Familiarity with STIGs, IAVMs, and POAMs
Familiarity with protocols and industry standards
Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security, Information Assurance or equivalent experience
CCNA Certification or CCNA equivalent experience
US Government position. US Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
Ability to travel up to 25% both CONUS and OCONUS

Preferred

CISSP certification
Familiarity with Nessus, Security Center, STIG Viewer, and other IA related tools
Familiarity with Window, Linux, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cloud services, VMs, and SDWAN
Proven ability to document process/procedure
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, focused environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

Viasat

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Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
dateFounded in 1986
location
Carlsbad, California, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.viasat.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.16B
Key Investors
UK Space AgencyNASA
2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M

Leadership Team

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Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
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Don Buchman
President Aviation
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