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Senior Cyber Security Engineer

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RS21

RS21

51-200 employees

Provides AI-driven data solutions for various sectors

AI & Machine Learning
Data & Analytics

Compensation Overview

$135k - $160kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Boulder, CO, USA

Occasional duties performed at the Federal partner's location in Boulder.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience in cyber security engineering, preferably with U.S. Government clients.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
  • Proficient with the Risk Management Framework, NIST standards, and application vulnerability management.
  • Experienced in programming languages such as C++, Python, JavaScript (or TypeScript), or Rust.
  • Skilled in the use of static code analysis tools and vulnerability discovery methods like fuzzing.
  • Must obtain Security+ certification upon start and meet DoD 8570.01 IAT-II requirements for a Linux environment.
Responsibilities
  • Perform security analyses of software applications using both automated tools and manual reviews.
  • Integrate security tools and processes into DevSecOps pipelines.
  • Design and implement improvements to software analysis and continuous integration tools.
  • Conduct compliance scans, analyze results, and produce detailed reports.
  • Assist software developers in remedying security issues and in integrating security measures into system designs.

RS21 specializes in data solutions powered by artificial intelligence, data engineering, and user experience design, enabling data-driven decision-making in healthcare, infrastructure resilience, disaster preparedness, and crime through deep learning, data warehousing, user interface development, and geospatial analysis.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$3M

Headquarters

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

-15%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • RS21's $3 million investment from Thayer Ventures will facilitate the creation of 30 new jobs and enhance its data analytics service pipeline.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Kurt Kuntzelman and Jamie Ter Beest positions RS21 for significant growth in defense, space, and federal sectors.
  • RS21's innovative projects, such as the Colorado Water Plan interactive website, highlight its capability to address critical societal challenges through data-driven solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in AI and data science is intense, requiring RS21 to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Rapid expansion and new hires may lead to integration challenges and potential cultural misalignment within the company.

What makes RS21 unique

  • RS21 leverages its proprietary AI engine, MOTHR, to integrate data and reveal insights at speed, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's focus on diverse sectors such as healthcare, defense, urban planning, and climate demonstrates its versatility and broad market reach.
  • RS21's recent executive hires, including industry veterans in defense and federal growth, bolster its leadership and strategic direction.