Company Overview Synergetics Incorporated is a leading provider of innovative SaaS supply chain solutions through our OpenFLIS platform, trusted by federal and defense clients to manage their mission-critical data securely and efficiently. As a FedRAMP Moderate and DoD IL-4 compliant provider, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and rigorous security standards to protect our customers' most sensitive information. We seek a proactive Cybersecurity Administrator I to join our small, agile, collaborative, high-performing team dedicated to securing critical supply chain operations and modernizing technology solutions within the Department of Defense space. Our culture emphasizes innovation, reliability, and personal ownership, empowering team members to proactively identify improvements and take initiative.
Position Summary The Cybersecurity Administrator I will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our FedRAMP-authorized, Azure-based OpenFLIS platform. This position focuses on security monitoring, incident response, and ensuring compliance with FedRAMP Moderate and DoD IL-4 standards. You will lead monthly security monitoring, communicate directly with FedRAMP and third-party assessment organizations (3PAOs), and address Azure-related issues, including troubleshooting networking and infrastructure concerns. Ideal candidates are motivated, detail-oriented cybersecurity professionals who thrive in dynamic environments, have a passion for continuous learning, and possess the technical aptitude to maintain and enhance our security posture through proactive improvements.
Key Responsibilities - Security Monitoring: Continuously monitor system logs, alerts, and security tools to detect, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity threats. Conduct monthly Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) security checks and reporting for our Azure-hosted system.
- Incident Response: Actively manage and document cybersecurity incidents, including containment, eradication, recovery, and after-action reporting, in alignment with FedRAMP and DISA guidelines.
- Compliance Management: Support FedRAMP Moderate and DoD IL-4 compliance by leading annual assessments, audits, and continuous monitoring (ConMon) processes. Lead meetings with FedRAMP points of contact and our 3PAO, clearly communicating compliance tasks and milestones. Manage, track, and ensure timely completion of compliance and security deliverables.
- POA&M Management: Track, address, and resolve vulnerabilities documented in Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), ensuring timely remediation aligned with federal standards.
- Security Awareness: Assist in developing and delivering security awareness training to foster a culture of cybersecurity vigilance across the organization. Identify and address gaps or pain points in our Azure infrastructure and security processes, proposing meaningful improvements.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate, detailed records of security practices, incidents, and compliance activities, ensuring transparency and accountability in reporting to stakeholders. Maintain and update our security policies to accurately reflect our system architecture, team capabilities, and compliance requirements.
- Azure Environment Management: Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve technical issues within the Azure environment, collaborating closely with engineering and DevOps teams.
- Tier 2 Support: Offer support during rare system outage events, including taking part in mitigation efforts that may occasionally fall outside regular business hours. In this role, you'll be accountable for meeting availability KPI standards related to our SaaS products, ensuring prompt identification and resolution of security and operational issues within the Azure environment.
Qualifications - Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen due to FedRAMP compliance requirements.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Experience: Minimum of 3+ years experience in technology roles, with at least 1 year specifically in security, specifically securing cloud environments (Microsoft Azure preferred), software deployments, and system administration. FedRAMP compliance experience desired (familiarity with other compliance frameworks are acceptable, such as FISMA, HIPAA, etc ). Proficiency with incident response handling, and ongoing management of remediations to findings from assessments.
- Technical Skills: Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scan tools and management, and Azure security services including Azure & Microsoft Defender for Cloud (container image and SQL Server database scans), Azure BICEP (infrastructure as code), GitHub workflows (automation), OWASP ZAP (web application scanning), SharePoint (document management), familiarity with and ability to script basic tasks (Python, Bash, etc.).
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with FedRAMP Moderate, DoD IL-4, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and DISA security requirements. Experience with similar compliance frameworks is a plus but not required.
- Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to clearly convey complex security topics to diverse audiences; highly organized with the capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and excellent written communication and documentation skills.
- Certifications: Security+ required (may opt to obtain within 30 days of hire). Willingness to pursue CompTIA CASP+ or CISSP within the first 18 months. Other technical certifications (Azure, CISSP, CISM, CEH, CASP+) are highly desirable; ongoing professional development supported and encouraged.
Success Indicators (KPIs) - Effective management and timely closure of POAMs.
- Accurate and timely completion of monthly ConMon reports.
- Rapid and proactive response to security incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Proactive identification and implementation of improvements within the DevSecOps domain.
- Maintenance and development of the Azure system.
Benefits - Competitive salary (based on experience) with performance-based bonuses
- Mostly remote and flexible, with occasional in-person engagements in Northern Colorado
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% employer-paid coverage for employees, with additional support for dependents)
- Disability & Life Insurance (company-paid life insurance and coverage for short-term and long-term disability)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Internet Reimbursement Program
- Home Office Setup Stipend
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development opportunities and certification support / reimbursement
- A collaborative and inclusive company culture that values innovation, teamwork, and your contributions to securing critical supply chain infrastructure
Synergetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.