Cybersecurity Analyst

Sidus Space®, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU) is an innovative space and defense technology company offering flexible, cost-effective solutions, including satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services, and space and defense hardware manufacturing.

With its mission of Space Access Reimagined®, Sidus Space is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance. With demonstrated space heritage, including manufacturing and operating its own satellite and sensor system, LizzieSat®, Sidus Space serves government, defense, intelligence, and commercial companies around the globe.

Strategically headquartered on Florida’s Space Coast, Sidus Space operates a 35,000-square-foot space manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility and provides easy access to nearby launch facilities. But it’s our people who truly set us apart. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and agility, empowering our team to innovate and evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Join us at Sidus Space to be part of something extraordinary and help shape the future of space access!

Job Summary

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for monitoring security systems, reviewing alerts, and supporting compliance and documentation efforts to help protect the organization’s networks and information. This role provides analysis, guidance, and recommendations to strengthen the organization’s security posture.

This is an onsite position in Cape Canaveral, FL.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, etc.) to identify potential threats, breaches, or anomalous activity.
• Review and triage security alerts to determine scope, urgency, and potential impact.
• Identify vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for remediation to appropriate teams/stakeholders.
• Assist in implementing security enhancements and control improvements, in coordination with IT/leadership, based on identified risks or audit findings.
• Proactively search for threats using Computer Network Defense (CND) tools, including intrusion detection system alerts, firewall and network traffic logs, and host system logs.
• Support compliance efforts by maintaining and updating security documentation, policies, and procedures in line with applicable frameworks and requirements.
• Document all activities that occur during an incident using established methodologies and procedures.
• Conduct root cause analysis for incidents to define follow-up action items and provide recommendations to stakeholders.
• Provide professional guidance and advice to leadership and other teams on security best practices and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain thorough, up-to-date knowledge of cybersecurity threats, compliance requirements, and incident response best practices.
• Treat all coworkers with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.
• Other duties as assigned**

Required Skills

• Ability to collaborate with many different teams/individuals to reach a common goal by building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
• Commitment to providing the highest quality products and services that meet or exceed the requirements and expectations of our customers, actively pursuing opportunities for continual improvements of service quality.
• Outstanding analytic abilities and strong research skills.
• Excellent data-driven decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage time and projects effectively.

• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with all levels of the organization.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, IT Security, or another relevant field preferred. Experience in lieu of education may be considered.
• Two (2+) years’ experience in Cyber Security or another relevant industry experience.

• Certifications like CompTIA Network+, Security+, Partner Certifications, etc. preferred.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and/or NIST 800-171 frameworks and control families preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary Work - occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves being stationary most of the time, sometimes requiring moving about the work center on concrete surfaces.
• Computer Work - daily use of laptop, computer monitor screen, keyboard, and mouse, sometimes utilizing a headset with microphone & speakers.

Travel Requirement

• Ability to travel < 10%

Shift/Schedule

• Onsite work Monday through Friday; day shift

Drug-Free Workplace

Sidus Space is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies

Total Rewards and Perks

At Sidus Space, we ask a lot of our team members, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to a competitive salary, a Best-in-Class benefit program with a generous employer paid portion as well as a matching 401(k) on Day ONE, we offer a lot of perks, including:

• Jeans every day
• Regular onsite food trucks
• 5 free company t-shirts for Manufacturing Staff
• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick days) and 11 paid holidays.
• Adjustable stand-up desks
• Employee referral bonus program
• Educational assistance and professional training opportunities
• Company golf outings and other social events

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen
• To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., 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.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SIDUS SPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a respectful work culture that values all contributors. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.