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Full-Time

Incident Response Manager

Cybersecurity

Posted on 4/2/2024

Helion Energy

Helion Energy

201-500 employees

Develops commercial fusion energy generators

Energy

Compensation Overview

$120k - $170kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

Everett, WA, USA

You will report directly to the Director of Information Security & Technology at our Everett, WA, office.

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Minimum 8 years working in an Information Security focused role
  • Minimum 3 years of experience working in a SOC, or Security Incident Response team
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Direct experience in creating, documenting, testing, and evolving incident response plans and procedures
  • Understanding of incident management best practices
  • Relevant Security Certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security +, CEH, OSCP
  • Experience securing hybrid (Cloud & on-premises) environments with mixed Operating Systems
  • Experience conducting security awareness training
Responsibilities
  • Lead the incident response process, from identification to resolution
  • Create a collaborative incident response plan and procedures (IRP&P)
  • Periodically conduct tabletop exercises with team members to test the IRP&P
  • Help select, configure, and tune the security toolbox
  • Help deliver security awareness training to meet compliance objectives and enhance security posture
  • Conduct routine internal phishing simulations, manage reported suspicious emails, and distribute communications for emerging cybersecurity threats and trends
  • Assess new software and technology requests for security risks and provide recommendations for mitigation
  • Monitor security alerts and incidents, escalating as necessary
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure incident resolution
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of preventative, detective, response, and recovery measures
  • Document incident details and maintain accurate records for analysis
  • Conduct root cause analysis for incidents to identify trends and recurring issues
  • Generate reports on incident trends and performance metrics
  • Coordinate the remediation of identified vulnerabilities
  • Assist with information security and information technology projects

Helion Energy focuses on developing fusion generators to make fusion energy commercially viable. Their fusion generators are designed to be smaller, cheaper, and faster to produce compared to existing technologies. The company utilizes pulsed accelerator technology, which is essential for addressing the Helium-3 crisis, a critical element for modern computing and clean energy. Helion's team consists of experienced entrepreneurs and scientists who have created award-winning prototypes that are seen as promising in the fusion energy sector. Unlike competitors, Helion combines steady magnetic and inertial fusion techniques, resulting in fusion engines that are significantly more efficient—1,000 times smaller, 500 times cheaper, and 10 times faster to develop. The goal is to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years, aiming to lead in sustainable energy solutions.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$2.3B

Headquarters

Everett, Washington

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

27%

1 year growth

54%

2 year growth

184%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Helion Energy's goal to have a commercial fusion plant operational within six years positions them as a potential leader in the next generation of energy solutions.
  • Significant investments, including $612 million in venture capital and potential additional funding of $1.8 billion, reflect strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • Partnerships with major entities like OpenAI and Nucor highlight the company's influence and potential for large-scale commercial success.

What critics are saying

  • The fusion energy sector is highly competitive and technologically challenging, which could delay Helion's timeline for commercial viability.
  • Dependence on substantial funding and grants means financial stability could be at risk if milestones are not met.

What makes Helion Energy unique

  • Helion Energy's fusion generators are designed to be 1,000 times smaller, 500 times cheaper, and 10 times faster to develop than existing technologies, setting them apart in the fusion energy sector.
  • Their unique pulsed accelerator technology addresses the Helium-3 crisis, which is crucial for modern computing and advanced medical imaging, giving them a competitive edge.
  • The combination of steady magnetic and inertial fusion in their approach leverages recent advancements in high-power electronics, offering a more efficient and scalable solution compared to traditional methods.

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Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401k

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

PTO

Equity

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