Security Specialist

About The Role

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

The Security Specialist position is 100% On-Site (not Remote nor Hybrid) based in the Rocket Lab office in Long Beach, California with occasional domestic travel (

What You’ll Get To Do

• Work closely with the security department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally.
• Support security infrastructure and global security operations command center operations.
• Audit corporate programs pertaining to asset protection, supply chain security, and transportation security procedures.
• Investigate sensitive allegations of fraud, waste and abuse and provide timely and accurate fact-based reporting.
• Analyze external matters such as uniform crime reporting, business reputational management and emerging threats and recommend appropriate countermeasures.
• Audit U.S. government and sensitive commercial programs and assist with compliance efforts.
• Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth.
• Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.
• A High School Diploma and 2 years of experience in an audit, analyst, or similar role.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• A valid driver’s license.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have

• Work experience in the military, space/aerospace, or defense industry.
• A U.S. government TS/SCI eligible.

What To Expect

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.