Corporate Security Engineer

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

Join our front-line defense as a Corporate Security Engineer! Build innovate and maintain sophisticated systems to safeguard our critical data and infrastructure from cyber threats. Design and implement cutting-edge security solutionsfrom firewalls and EDR to advanced automationto ensure secure uninterrupted global operations.

Impact Youll Own:

• 2 years of experience in designing implementing and maintaining security systems conducts vulnerability assessments responds to incidents develops security policies and monitors networks.
• Bachelors degree in a related field
• Maintain day-to-day security threat management
• Manage and support log collection security scanning intrusion detection and other security-related systems
• Ability to create and build automations via API Shell Powershell or Okta Workflows
• Experience with EDR vulnerability scanners SIEMs MDM(Jamf/NinjaOne)
• Proficiency in the following: macOS Linux Windows Google Workspace Okta Crowdstrike
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders while prioritizing tasks and work independently under minimal supervision
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation performing security incident response

What You Bring:

• Experience with EDR vulnerability scanners SIEMs MDM and other common security tools
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices and authentication standards
• Knowledge of operating system internals and a core competency in one of the following: Identity and Access Infrastructure Hardening (macOS Windows Linux ChromeOS) Saas Security and Assurance and validation
• Solid hands-on experience with Okta administration workflows and identity management
• Skilled at mentoring simplifying technical concepts for non-technical audiences and influencing decisions
• Experience in the following Corpsec domains: Corporate Identity Endpoint Security Data Loss Prevention Device Trust SaaS Security Zero Trust

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Exceptional communication skills for collaborating with diverse teams and translating intricate safety concepts into practical strategies.
• Adaptability to ensure that engineers can pivot strategies and tools as needed to maintain robust defences.
• Ability to develop and enforce security policies procedures and standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations and frameworks

Application Deadline: February 5th 2026 23:59

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Paid time off including vacation holidays and company-wide days off
• Employee Wellness Program
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.

EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations:
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