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Astranis

Security Operations Engineer

Astranis
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onsite senior full-time $150,000-$205,000 USD San Francisco

First indexed 30 May 2026

Description

Astranis is looking for a Security Operations Engineer who isn't afraid to dive headfirst into the digital abyss. Our ideal candidate is a seasoned defender with the technical depth to not only triage complex threats but to oversee the very systems that keep us secure.

As a Tier 2/3 escalation point, you will be the backbone of our defense, untangling advanced malware, neutralizing sophisticated phishing schemes, and leading high-stakes incident response operations. In an environment where threats evolve at breakneck speed, we need a resourceful engineer who can engineer resilience, mentor junior analysts, and protect our digital frontier with precision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the Tier 2/3 escalation point for complex security events, investigating and resolving high-severity incidents escalated from initial monitoring tiers.
  • Oversee and optimize security infrastructure, ensuring that Google SecOps (Chronicle) and other SIEM/SOAR tools are tuned for maximum visibility and efficiency.
  • Lead the charge during active incident response operations, coordinating across teams to contain threats and performing deep-dive post-incident forensics.
  • Perform deep-tissue analysis of malware to understand behavior and origins, using that intelligence to build proactive technical controls.
  • Create, integrate, and maintain custom security tools and automated playbooks to streamline the 'detect-to-remediate' lifecycle.
  • Investigate advanced phishing vectors and implement systemic preventive measures; assist in high-level purple team exercises to validate our posture.

Requirements:

  • 3–5 years of experience in a dedicated security operations or engineering role.
  • Tier 2/3 Expertise: Proven track record of handling complex escalations and leading incident response efforts.
  • Technical Depth: Advanced experience in malware analysis, digital forensics, and neutralizing sophisticated phishing campaigns.
  • Systems Mastery: Strong understanding of security standards, hardening principles, and the ability to oversee enterprise-grade security platforms.
  • Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to think like an attacker to better defend the system.
  • Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable leadership briefings.

What We Offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.

This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/astranis/jobs/4681855006