About the job
SciTec, a subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, stands as a pioneering non-traditional defense contractor, specializing in delivering cutting-edge technologies that bolster U. S. National Security and Defense. With over 45 years of dedicated service to the Department of Defense, we excel in developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques that provide top-tier data exploitation capabilities for missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability missions.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively engages in U. S. government contracts that mandate U. S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants who do not meet this criterion will not be considered.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Application Security Architect in our Boulder, CO office. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Risk Management Framework (RMF). This role is crucial in supporting our Application Security (AppSec) team to ensure that the software systems developed by SciTec comply with Federal information system mandates while meeting customer expectations. The candidate will work closely with customer Cybersecurity stakeholders and SciTec software development teams. We seek individuals with excellent technical communication abilities and a strong background in secure software development practices.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate software requirements and provide implementation guidance based on the analysis of NIST 800-53 and other relevant security controls.
- Collaborate closely with customer Cybersecurity experts to guarantee that SciTec software aligns with their security needs.
- Document and generate evidence illustrating how SciTec software systems satisfy NIST 800-53 and other security controls. Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) to address any identified gaps.
- Evaluate outcomes and identify corrective actions following security assessments and penetration testing.
- Assist SciTec development teams in designing system architectures that fulfill established Cybersecurity requirements and customer specifications.
- Mentor staff and contribute to process improvements within the SciTec AppSec and software engineering teams.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.

