Security Operations Engineer

PlanetBerlin, DE
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About the Role

As a Security Operations Engineer, you will play a crucial role in corporate security and SOC operations. Your responsibilities will include incident handling, user education, and close collaboration with application development teams to ensure security measures are effectively integrated into system design. You will manage critical security systems and assist with other corporate security-related tasks.

Impact You’ll Own

  • Monitor, maintain, and enhance SIEM, network, server, and application monitoring
  • Respond to security incidents and participate in Planet’s bug bounty program
  • Automate workflows to improve team efficiency
  • Conduct product security reviews
  • Join our 24/7 on-call team for alerts and investigations

What You Bring

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline focusing on Information Security
  • Over 4 years of experience in a security-focused role
  • Strong technical background in computer science or software engineering, along with knowledge of cryptographic concepts
  • Experience in SOC operations and with network and application penetration testing

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Solid interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience with the ELK stack
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Ruby

About the Company

Planet operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites, providing crucial data globally to tackle environmental and humanitarian issues. With a people-centric approach, Planet prioritizes team culture and encourages growth and innovation within the workspace.

Company Culture and Benefits

Planet offers various benefits which may depend on the employment type and location, including paid time off, an Employee Wellness Program, monthly reimbursements for phone and internet, and equity options. The company fosters a culture of belonging and inclusivity, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Additionally, applicants can reach out for accommodations during the hiring process.

Other Benefits

Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and company-wide days offEmployee Wellness ProgramHome Office ReimbursementMonthly Phone and Internet ReimbursementTuition ReimbursementEquityVolunteering Paid Time Off