# Director of Cybersecurity at Apex Space

- Company: Apex Space
- What the company does: Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
- Company website: https://www.apexspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Los Angeles
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $195K to $270K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-20
- Apply by: 2026-12-04
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/apex-technology-inc/e0d07868-12b5-4061-95b0-c0fa9947ed30?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-director-of-cybersecurity/

## About the role

The Director of Cybersecurity is a senior leadership role responsible for Apex's enterprise security strategy, operations, and compliance. Reporting to the VP of IT & Security and based on-site at our Playa Vista office, this role leads the Cybersecurity (SOC) Lead and security team to safeguard the organization's information assets against evolving cyber threats. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Experience: 8+ years in cybersecurity operations, including 4+ years in a SOC leadership or security management role
- Technical skills: Proficiency in security tooling (SIEM, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, CASB/SASE, NESSUS, Burp Suite, firewalls) and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell), with a strong understanding of networking protocols and operating systems (Windows/macOS/Linux)
- Compliance expertise: Experience leading CMMC, ISO 27001, and/or NIST 800-53 or 800-171 programs, including audits and continuous monitoring
- Leadership skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments
- Eligibility: Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or permanent resident) due to the nature of Apex's programs

Tags: Corporate

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-director-of-cybersecurity/