Analyst, IT Cyber Security Ops

Virgin Galactic is seeking an Information Security Analyst with experience supporting enterprise security operations, monitoring, and incident response activities. This role will help protect on-prem and cloud environments by identifying threats, analyzing security events, supporting investigations, and assisting with the implementation and improvement of security controls.

This is a hands-on analyst position for someone who enjoys learning new technologies, improving security processes, and collaborating across teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of balancing operational security responsibilities with continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events, alerts, and logs across multiple security platforms to identify suspicious or malicious activity
• Support incident response activities including investigation, containment, remediation, recovery, and documentation of security incidents
• Assist with the administration, maintenance, and tuning of security tools including SIEM, EDR, email security, vulnerability management, and identity security platforms
• Perform routine vulnerability assessments and work with internal teams to track and remediate identified risks
• Investigate phishing emails, endpoint threats, account compromise attempts, and other cybersecurity events
• Support security awareness and training initiatives by assisting with phishing campaigns and user education activities
• Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure security controls and best practices are implemented effectively
• Assist in maintaining and improving security documentation, procedures, standards, and operational runbooks
• Participate in audit preparation, compliance activities, and evidence collection efforts as required
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
• Escalate complex issues and security concerns appropriately to senior team members and leadership
• Support third-party security providers and vendors as needed
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, standards, diagrams, and runbooks
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks
• Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete projects
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Team Lead, Manager, or Director
  
  

Required Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred (Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field)
• Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in place of a degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, security operations, or related IT roles
• Foundational understanding of networking, operating systems, and enterprise IT infrastructure
• Experience working with information security tools such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management platforms, email security tools, firewalls, and identity/access management solutions
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and best practices such as NIST, CIS Controls, and Zero Trust principles
• Experience supporting incident response and security investigations
• Basic understanding of cloud security concepts, particularly within Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess security alerts and determine appropriate actions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong writing skills for documentation, incident reports, and operational procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (PowerShell, Python, or similar) is a plus
• Familiarity with vulnerability management and remediation tracking processes
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas
• Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behaviour
• The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
  
  

Physical And/or Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible hours outside of normal business hours
• Be part of on call rotation
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods
• Must be a “U.S. person” as defined by the ITAR (22 CFR
• 120.15)
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
• Ability to routinely lift 20-30 lbs. and occasionally lift and move 40 lbs (unassisted)
  
  

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $93,600.00–$131,625.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

Who We Are

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles.

Export Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.

EEO Statement

Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Drug Free Workplace

Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace. All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.

Phoenix Employment Requirements

For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.