Security Engineer

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Our Company

Our mission is to be the Global Leader in Airspace security.  Dedrone is a pioneering company dedicated to creating cutting-edge airspace security solutions, safeguarding people, assets, and sensitive information from the escalating threat of drones. Our advanced AI-driven software, complemented by state-of-the-art sensors and effectors, forms a comprehensive system that detects, tracks, identifies, and mitigates drone-related risks. With a customer base spanning over 40 countries, Dedrone is at the forefront of innovative airspace security solutions.

Your Impact

You will help us enhance Dedrone’s corporate and product security posture by hardening our system boundaries. You will select, build, and utilize advanced tooling to enable our workforce and services to operate in an efficient and secure manner. You will be the advocate of these best practices to foster a culture of security, mentor and train less experienced information security staff, and act as a force-multiplier within the organization.

What You’ll Do

Location: Sterling, VA -- Onsite

Reports to: Director of Information Technology

Direct Reports: N/A 

• Act as the point person for systems under your sphere of influence
• Own the security of our corporate security systems and keep the security management systems in good health
• Be at the front of the effort to achieve relevant security and IT certifications like ISO27001
• Review proposed systems and services and make suggestions beyond just the minimum effort
• Survey the backlog of projects, prioritize appropriately, and shepherd solutions through with persistence

What You Bring

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years professional experience
• Ability to think creatively about potential attack vectors, and propose creative solutions
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stress situations - often with deadlines
• Ability to help drive the certification efforts from the technical side.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated.
• Understanding current and emerging issues with technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, threats, and attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Ability to translate complex issues in technology to language understandable by a wide range of audiences
• Passionate about security; involved in the security community
• Experience in developing or researching technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams in designing and implementing complex security solutions from the identification of a need to guiding it into a fully-operationalized, well-oiled process
• Experience across a variety of Information Security and technology disciplines - from infrastructure to applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with secure OS (Windows, Linux, MacOS) configurations/management and the operation and management of systems developed to secure them such as anti-virus, endpoint detection and response, mobile security and management, etc
• Experience with secure network architectures, subnetting, DNS, encryption technologies and standards, VPNs, VLANs and other network routing methods and web related protocols as well as the operation and management of systems developed to secure them such as intrusion prevention systems, network access control, mail security, etc
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Ruby, Powershell, etc to help facilitate automation whenever possible.
• Experience with automated vulnerability scanning and network penetration testing.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.