Legal and Compliance Analyst, Privacy and Security

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE ANALYST

As a Legal and Compliance Analyst, you will primarily support SpaceX’s Starlink broadband internet business as part of the team responsible for ensuring compliance with global law enforcement response, cybersecurity, and data privacy requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Starlink’s response to demands from law enforcement agencies and compliance with privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations around the world
• Assist with the development and execution of processes to efficiently accept, assess, process, respond to, and record legal demands from law enforcement agencies
• Advise, educate, and train internal stakeholders and employees
• Support other legal functions, including litigation, contract management, and general legal and regulatory compliance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• 1+ years of experience related to law enforcement response, cybersecurity, or privacy legal issues (internships and academic experience will be considered)

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience as a legal analyst or paralegal in a law firm or in-house setting supporting cybersecurity, privacy, law enforcement, or other legal/regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory issues facing telecommunications or internet service providers, particularly related to law enforcement response, privacy, and cybersecurity
• Experience working directly with government agencies and regulators
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language proficiency
• Active U.S. government security clearance, or ability to obtain one if required. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Legal and Compliance Analyst/Level I: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/per yearLegal and Compliance Analyst/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

 

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

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.