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K2 Space is a Series C space technology company backed by $450M in funding, building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown for missions from low Earth orbit to deep space. The company serves commercial and US government customers, with $500M in signed contracts and multiple launches planned through 2026-2027.
We seek an experienced Cybersecurity Architect to support classified programs serving the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. You will design, develop, and implement comprehensive security architectures for unclassified, CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information), and classified information systems operating within K2 Space environments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Architecting end-to-end cybersecurity solutions across K2 Space, DoD, and IC environments, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and compliance mandates
- Leading design and supporting accreditation of systems under the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including preparation and review of System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
- Serving as a trusted technical authority, shaping enterprise security strategy and guiding risk management decisions
- Ensuring compliance with applicable government cybersecurity frameworks and directives
- Supporting classified program operations with TS/SCI clearance requirements and CI Poly polygraph
This role offers the opportunity to influence security architecture at a high-growth aerospace company working on next-generation satellite technology.
