SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.SciTec has immediate opportunities for an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to work in either our Boulder, CO or Princeton, NJ office. Responsibilities: Serve as the CrowdStrike technical lead, leading implementation and integration across virtual, physical, and cloud environments. (AWS/Azure)Harden and secure mission infrastructure assets, including servers, network devices, storage systems, and supporting platformsProvide expertise to the vulnerability management process, including but not limited to risk prioritization based on environment and remediation actions. (Tools include Tenable, NinjaOne)Collaborate with Infrastructure teams to provide cybersecurity input to system architecture, enclave segmentation, and infrastructure design decisionsServes as technical lead for CMMC/NIST 800-171 requirementsCreate and maintain SIEM queries in response to emerging threats around environment.Develop and maintain CrowdStrike NG-SIEM log parsingEnsure logging, monitoring, and access controls meet security and compliance requirementsIdentify and mitigate operational cybersecurity risks across the asset lifecycleSupport incident response preparation and forensic readiness effortsCommunicate cybersecurity posture, risks, and remediation plans to technical and program leadershipOther duties as assignedRequirementsBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldCompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySa+) or similar certification6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering2+ years of experience using CrowdStrike EDR and NG-SIEMProfessional technical experience with NIST 800-171 / CMMC controlsExperience conducting vulnerability scanning and remediationStrong understanding of Linux systems securityStrong understanding of Windows systems securityStrong understanding of Active Directory and IAM Security Best PracticesExperience with scripting languages, such as Python, PowerShell or BashFamiliarity with network security concepts and segmentationAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearanceStrong documentation and communication skillsProven oral and written communication skillsStrong attention to detailCandidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:Professional experience in Cloud Security (AWS / Azure)Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelinesGIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certificationCrowdStrike Certified Falcon Administrator (CCFA) certificationBenefitsSciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options80% company paid Dental insurance100% company paid Vision insurance100% company paid Life insurance100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insuranceVoluntary Accident and Critical Illness insuranceShort-term Disability insuranceAnnual Profit-Sharing PlanDiscretionary Performance BonusPaid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick PayFlexible Work HoursThe pay range for this position is $124,000 - $158,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation. SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
SciTec has immediate opportunities for an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to work in either our Boulder, CO or Princeton, NJ office.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the CrowdStrike technical lead, leading implementation and integration across virtual, physical, and cloud environments. (AWS/Azure)
- Harden and secure mission infrastructure assets, including servers, network devices, storage systems, and supporting platforms
- Provide expertise to the vulnerability management process, including but not limited to risk prioritization based on environment and remediation actions. (Tools include Tenable, NinjaOne)
- Collaborate with Infrastructure teams to provide cybersecurity input to system architecture, enclave segmentation, and infrastructure design decisions
- Serves as technical lead for CMMC/NIST 800-171 requirements
- Create and maintain SIEM queries in response to emerging threats around environment.
- Develop and maintain CrowdStrike NG-SIEM log parsing
- Ensure logging, monitoring, and access controls meet security and compliance requirements
- Identify and mitigate operational cybersecurity risks across the asset lifecycle
- Support incident response preparation and forensic readiness efforts
- Communicate cybersecurity posture, risks, and remediation plans to technical and program leadership
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySa+) or similar certification
- 6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering
- 2+ years of experience using CrowdStrike EDR and NG-SIEM
- Professional technical experience with NIST 800-171 / CMMC controls
- Experience conducting vulnerability scanning and remediation
- Strong understanding of Linux systems security
- Strong understanding of Windows systems security
- Strong understanding of Active Directory and IAM Security Best Practices
- Experience with scripting languages, such as Python, PowerShell or Bash
- Familiarity with network security concepts and segmentation
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Proven oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:
- Professional experience in Cloud Security (AWS / Azure)
- Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification
- CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Administrator (CCFA) certification
Benefits
SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
- Flexible Work Hours
The pay range for this position is $124,000 - $158,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
The world brings problems; SciTec builds solutions. Our team is committed to delivering cutting-edge advanced sensor systems, data-processing algorithms, and testing equipment for defense, national security, and civil applications. As a certified small business, our core focus is getting innovative technologies tailored to our customers’ most pressing needs out of the laboratory and into the field. SciTec scientists, engineers, and developers bring world-class expertise and fresh thinking to solve the hardest problems in remote sensing. The same principles we adopted when we started in 1979 continue to guide us today: we commit to addressing ever-evolving challenges through continual innovation and adaptation with an empowered and dedicated workforce.
The world brings problems; SciTec builds solutions. Our team is committed to delivering cutting-edge advanced sensor systems, data-processing algorithms, and testing equipment for defense, national security, and civil applications. As a certified small business, our core focus is getting innovative technologies tailored to our customers’ most pressing needs out of the laboratory and into the field. SciTec scientists, engineers, and developers bring world-class expertise and fresh thinking to solve the hardest problems in remote sensing. The same principles we adopted when we started in 1979 continue to guide us today: we commit to addressing ever-evolving challenges through continual innovation and adaptation with an empowered and dedicated workforce.
