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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is developing commercially viable fusion power plants, having raised over $2 billion in capital since 2018.
Devens, MA, USA
$110,000 - $185,000
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
6+ years of experience
Energy · Cybersecurity

Job Description

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is at the forefront of fusion energy development, working to revolutionize the energy industry through commercially viable fusion power plants. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you'll join a well-funded organization that has raised over $2 billion since 2018, making it the most capitalized fusion energy company in the U.S.

The role offers a unique opportunity to shape and maintain the highest standards of security and data privacy for cutting-edge fusion energy solutions. You'll be the primary driver for internal compliance, working to mature and maintain a robust cybersecurity compliance posture across various industry standards, including ISO 27001. The position involves hands-on technical work in cloud infrastructure security, vulnerability assessments, and system hardening, while also requiring strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration.

This is an ideal role for a security professional who wants to make a significant impact in a mission-driven organization working on breakthrough energy technology. You'll work with state-of-the-art tools and methodologies, implementing security measures that protect sensitive data and infrastructure critical to national and international security. The position offers competitive compensation ($110,000-$185,000), comprehensive benefits including equity, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with a team of innovative professionals.

The role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can both implement security solutions and shape security policies. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where your decisions will directly influence the security posture of a company working on transformative energy technology. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and want to be part of a team working to solve one of humanity's greatest challenges - delivering sustainable fusion energy - this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Ensure safe use of cloud services by developing cloud infrastructure security standards
  • Deploy tools to monitor compliance of cloud infrastructure
  • Perform ongoing assessments to monitor cloud infrastructure compliance and vulnerabilities
  • Perform security assessment of new cloud infrastructure platforms
  • Integrate security requirements into IT systems
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Develop and implement effective remediation strategies
  • Implement system hardening and compliance
  • Implement and integrate static and dynamic code analysis tools
  • Research and evaluate Cybersecurity tools and methodologies
  • Collaborate with cyber and product architects to harden platforms and tool chains
  • Define and enforce secure-by-default software engineering practices
  • Ensure compliance documents remain up-to-date

Requirements For Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field
  • 6+ years of relevant IT/DevOps/Security Engineering experience
  • Self-starting individual with problem-solving abilities
  • Interest in continual learning and development
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Project management skills
  • Great numerical and analytical skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  • Agile mindset
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Benefits For Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Competitive compensation with equity
  • 12.5 Company-wide Holidays
  • Flexible vacation days
  • 10 sick days
  • Generous parental leave policy
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Team-building activities