# Senior Security Engineer

**Company:** [Beacon AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/beacon-ai)
**Location:** San Carlos, CA
**Role:** Security Engineering
**Salary:** $165k – $240k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** SIEM, Ids/Ips, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Nist, ISO 27001, Cmmc, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, SDLC
**Posted:** 2026-05-28

> As a Senior Security Engineer, you will design and implement secure architectures, protect sensitive data, and mitigate security risks for Beacon AI. You will lead incident response efforts and integrate security best practices into the SDLC.

## Job Description

## Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to ensure the security and integrity of Beacon AI’s systems and data across commercial and Department of Defense (DoD) environments. This is a hands-on security engineering role focused on designing and operating secure systems, partnering closely with software teams, and protecting mission-critical flight safety technology while meeting applicable security standards.

## What You’ll Do
* Design and implement secure architectures across applications, cloud infrastructure, and data systems.
* Protect sensitive data through strong controls for access management, encryption, and secure data handling.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks through vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security reviews.
* Lead incident response efforts, including detection, containment, remediation, and follow-up analysis.
* Integrate security best practices into the SDLC by working closely with software engineering teams.
* Implement and operate security monitoring and logging to detect and respond to threats in real time.

## What Will Make You Successful
* 5–9 years of hands-on experience in security engineering roles securing complex systems and data.
* Strong knowledge of security principles, threat modeling, and defensive security practices.
* Experience with common security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanning, encryption).
* Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CMMC.
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers on secure system design.
* Hands-on mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

## Bonus Points
* Passion for aviation and a desire to improve air travel efficiency and safety.
* Experience working with aviation, aerospace, or DoD customers.
* Familiarity with zero trust architectures or advanced security approaches.
* Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH.

## Perks & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
* Healthcare: 100%* of employee medical premiums covered; 25% for dependents
* Time Off: 3 weeks PTO plus 13+ paid company holidays
* Stipends: Monthly phone and wellness benefits
* 401(k): Offered (no current employer match, but we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future).

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