Software Engineer - Platform Engineer

About Andesite:

Andesite is an analyst-obsessed cybersecurity company that’s committed to improving the capabilities and efficiencies of overburdened cyber defense teams. With its advanced technology, Andesite empowers cybersecurity teams and their analysts to better predict threats, prioritize and allocate resources, and take preemptive actions to prevent or mitigate attacks. In April 2024, Andesite launched from stealth out of Red Cell Partners, an incubation firm that builds and invests in rapidly scalable technology-led companies that are bringing revolutionary advancements to market in healthcare, cyber, and national security.

At Andesite, we are building a product suite to supercharge cyber security analysts.  As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying systems that are secure by design and meet the strictest standards of both government and private-sector compliance frameworks. This product suite will be deployed at multiple government classification levels and within highly regulated customer environments; as such, you should be familiar with FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and other compliance standards and frameworks. You will also work on improving our infrastructure, automation, and engineering efficiency. 

Position: Software Engineer – Platform Engineer 

Location: Greater Washington D.C. Area or Remote 

About the Role: 

• Design, develop, and maintain platform services, components, and tools that support our cybersecurity applications and workflows 
• Ensure compliance with government and private sector standards and best practices for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy 
• Deploy and operate platform systems in high side environments, following strict access and data protection policies 
• Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand and deliver on customer needs and expectations 
• Implement and improve CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, monitoring tools, and other engineering efficiency solutions 

What You Have: 

• A deep passion for infrastructure, scaling, and devops 
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience 
• 3+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or similar roles 
• Proficient in one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, Go, or Ruby 
• Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and related technologies, such as Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, or Ansible 
• Experience with SOC2 and other compliance frameworks and standards, such as FEDRAMP, NIST, ISO, and PCI 
• Experience with high side environments, or other classified or sensitive networks, and related security protocols and procedures 
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills 
• Permanent US resident

Bonus Points: 

• Familiarity with security concepts, tools, and solutions, such as Detection and Response, Threat and Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, and Data Security. 

What We Offer:  

• Top-of-market competitive salary, bonus, and equity package  
• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family  
• Unlimited PTO, with your manager’s approval  
• Flexible work environment where you manage your work day  
• A remote-first environment, with occasional travel to collaborate with customers, your team, and teammates from across the company in person  
• Home office reimbursement  
• 14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave 

Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.

 Andesite is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't feel like you're a perfect fit. If you're passionate about contributing to our mission, we'd love to hear from you!

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