Senior IT / Security Engineer

Satellite imagery is a historically-scarce resource, whose adoption has been slowed by an unbalanced relationship between price and resolution. In theory, frequent, ultra-high-resolution imagery of Earth has near-infinite applications; in reality, only a sliver of that potential has been realized.

Albedo aims to be the catalyst in unlocking satellite imagery’s latent potential, hoping to expand current applications and propel the discovery of new use cases. Whether our imagery is being used to reduce wildfire risk, assess the environmental impact of global forestry, contribute to timely 3D reconstructions of urban areas, or monitor carbon emissions from industrial power plants, our mission is to get better data into the hands of decision-makers fast. We’re modernizing how satellite imagery is used by providing near real-time access to our ultra-high resolution data.

What We’re Up To: Albedo is developing a novel approach to the earth observation industry, both in space and with our business model. We are intentionally doing things differently by taking (calculated) risks, trying new things, and moving with speed. Our team believes satellite imagery is a valuable resource that should be made accessible, in every sense of the word. We are committed to our customers, ensuring that what we’re building is what they want. We are playing at the edges of how traditional New Space technologies have been approached, and we want to shake up the industry as it stands today.

Who We’re Looking For: Albedo is launching next-generation, ultra-high-resolution imaging satellites to service a global audience through a modern, cloud-based product interface. In order to achieve this goal, we are looking for a team of people who are both passionate about our mission and are willing to put in the work to design, develop, and test an innovative earth observation concept in the commercial industry. The times ahead will be set in a fast-paced, often uncertain environment, but if you are hard-working, kind, and team-oriented, you can expect a rewarding and purposeful experience.

This position is responsible for creating massive leverage for the rest of the company by leading the strategy and implementation of secure, well-documented, and compliant IT and security infrastructure.

What You'll Do

• Lead and implement Albedo’s tool and IT infrastructure strategy to ensure the team can be High Speed, Low Drag AND compliant. 
• Manage Albedo’s IT to ensure stable infrastructure to support high-leverage and efficient work across the entire company. 
• Assist in Albedo’s path towards compliance of various frameworks (ITAR, NIST 800-171) and future frameworks by developing strategies and policies, implementing best practices and controls, and other related activities to achieve compliance by launch. 
• Implement cybersecurity best practices and security tools towards the above compliance goals and general hardening to prevent against external threats. 
• Collaborate with teammates to execute against various government programs, specifically related to cybersecurity, compliance, and training. 
• Drive scripting and automation to develop solutions to common problems and software integrations 
• Assess and roll out new AI platforms and offerings to increase productivity

Your Ideal Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity
• Top 1% in organizational skills 
• Previous experience guiding and implementing ITAR and NIST 800-171 compliance and security across a 50-person (or similarly sized) company that minimizes drag
• Strong understanding of security and cybersecurity practices, applied in a risk-aware manner. 
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Employee friendly equity compensation
• Asynchronous culture with flexible working hours
• 4% direct matching 401k
• Insurance: Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health
• Parental leave and childcare coverage
• Relocation bonus for moving to our Denver, CO HQ
• 20 paid vacation days, yours from day one
• 10 company holidays and unlimited sick days
• $100 monthly wellness benefit
• Subscription to Rosebud Bloom
• Company and team retreats to build relationships in-person

Albedo does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or to Albedo employees. Albedo is not responsible for any fees or overhead related to unsolicited resumes.

Full-Time On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site full-time. Travel to other possible non-Albedo locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Albedo does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or to Albedo employees. Albedo is not responsible for any fees or overhead related to unsolicited resumes.

Additional Requirements: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. All persons hired will be required to be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Albedo is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Relocation: Relocation for this position is available

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

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Questions? Feedback? Feel free to email us at careers @ albedo.com