Information Systems Security Engineer

A World-Changing Company

Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions and

operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms

empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain

disruptions, locate missing children, and more.

The Role

Palantir’s effectiveness in the US Government (USG) space depends on our ability

to maintain secure, resilient, and compliant IT environments. As an Information

Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) with a strong IT technical foundation, you will

be responsible for both security management technical administration of our USG

facilities. You will balance compliance requirements with functionality,

ensuring our infrastructure is scalable, secure, and supports mission-critical

DoD operations. Our ideal candidate combines deep expertise in Windows and Linux

systems engineering with a strong understanding of government security

frameworks, and is passionate about building secure, scalable, and user-friendly

environments.

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Core Responsibilities

* Bridge engineering and compliance collaboration, delivering a holistic

perspective to address both technical and regulatory requirements.

* Scale our infrastructure by creatively implementing automated solutions.

* Collaborate with your fellow ISSMs, Engineers, FSOs, and broader business

stakeholders to provide consistent solutions to all of our facilities.

* Integrate new hardware and software technologies into our USG infrastructure.

* Manage relationships with upstream vendors and sponsors.

* Apply STIGs/SRGs to operating systems and applications, ensuring compliance

with DoD standards. Interface with auditors, appropriately articulating our

security and compliance posture.

* Manage our SIEM to build reports and visualizations to ensure monitoring,

alerting, and auditing requirements are met.

* Manage DoD cyber security tools such as Endpoint Security Solutions, ACAS,

STIGs, and SCAP.

* Understand end-user challenges and deliver secure, scalable solutions.

What We Value

* Willingness to contribute across additional critical cross-team functions and

projects.

* Effective communication with a customer service oriented mentality.

* Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time preferred, but not required.

What We Require

* Active US TOP SECRET security clearance.

* Intermediate level foundational certification ISSM(722) (per DOD 8140), in

8570 this was known as IAM Level 2 certification.

* Active Computing Environmental certification such as Linux+, CCNA, or other.

* At least 1 years experience in a technical role (user support, technical

compliance, system administration, etc.) at an accredited USG facility.

* Demonstrated proficiency in relevant Windows administration tasks including

AD, DNS, Group Policy, and SCCM/MDT.

* Practical experience with automation tools, including Powershell and Python.

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Salary

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $100,000 -

$174,000/year. Total compensation for this position may also include Restricted

Stock units, sign-on bonus and other potential future incentives. Further note

that total compensation for this position will be determined by each

individual’s relevant qualifications, work experience, skills, and other

factors. This estimate excludes the value of any potential sign-on bonus; the

value of any benefits offered; and the potential future value of any long-term

incentives.

Our benefits aim to promote health and wellbeing across all areas of

Palantirians’ lives. We work to continuously improve our offerings and listen to

our community as we design and update them. The list below details our available

benefits and some of the perks that can be enjoyed as an employee of Palantir

Technologies.

Benefits

• Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in medical, dental, and

vision insurance as well as voluntary life insurance

• Employees are automatically covered by Palantir’s basic life, AD&D and

disability insurance

• Commuter benefits

• Relocation assistance

• Take what you need paid time off, not accrual based

• 2 weeks paid time off built into the end of each year (subject to team and

business needs)

• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year

• Supportive leave of absence program including time off for military service

and medical events

• Paid leave for new parents and subsidized back-up care for all parents

• Fertility and family building benefits including but not limited to adoption,

surrogacy, and preservation

• Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child

• Employees can enroll in Palantir’s 401k plan

Life at Palantir

We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, that’s why we

celebrate individuals’ strengths, skills, and interests, from your first

interview to your longterm growth, rather than rely on traditional career

ladders. Paying attention to the needs of our community enables us to optimize

our opportunities to grow and helps ensure many pathways to success at Palantir.

Promoting health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians’ lives is just

one of the ways we’re investing in our community. Learn more at Life at Palantir

[https://www.palantir.com/careers/life-at-palantir/] and note that our offerings

may vary by region.

In keeping consistent with Palantir’s values and culture, we believe employees

are “better together” and in-person work affords the opportunity for more

creative outcomes. Therefore, we encourage employees to work from our offices to

foster connectivity and innovation. Many teams do offer hybrid options (WFH a

day or two a week), allowing our employees to strike the right trade-off for

their personal productivity. Based on business need, there are a few roles that

allow for “Remote” work on an exceptional basis. If you are applying for one of

these roles, you must work from the state in which you are employed. If the

posting is specified as Onsite, you are required to work from an office.

If you want to empower the world's most important institutions, you belong here.

Palantir values excellence regardless of background. We are proud to be an Equal

Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those

with disabilities. Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring

process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for

those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application

or hiring process, please reach out [[email protected]] and let us

know how we can help.

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