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at Satellogic

🏢 About Satellogic

Satellogic is a leading Earth observation company that operates a constellation of satellites to provide high-resolution, planet-wide climate insights. Their unique business model combines satellite technology with geospatial analytics, making them a pioneer in climate intelligence. Working here offers the chance to contribute to global environmental monitoring while tackling complex security challenges in a remote-first environment.

About This Role

As a Security Engineer at Satellogic, you will be responsible for securing a fully remote workforce and the infrastructure that supports satellite data processing. Your work directly impacts the integrity and availability of climate data used by governments and organizations worldwide. This role is critical for ensuring that Satellogic's operations remain resilient against cyber threats while enabling seamless access to sensitive geospatial information.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by reviewing vulnerability scan results from the previous night, then coordinating with IT to patch critical endpoints. You could spend the afternoon configuring a new SSO integration for a partner organization and end the day by participating in an incident response drill with the global team.

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🎯 Who Satellogic Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of security engineering experience in remote/distributed environments, with a proven track record of managing security for macOS, Windows, and Linux endpoints.
  • Deep expertise in cloud identity providers like Okta or Entra ID, including SSO configuration and user lifecycle automation.
  • Hands-on experience with penetration testing coordination, vulnerability management, and third-party risk assessments.
  • Strong understanding of network security (VPN, firewall architectures, ZTNA) and ability to design security standards for IoT/satellite-connected devices.

📝 Tips for Applying to Satellogic

1

Highlight any experience with satellite or aerospace industry security, even if tangential, to show domain understanding.

2

Emphasize remote-first security practices in your resume, such as managing BYOD policies or securing home networks.

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Quantify achievements, e.g., 'Reduced incident response time by 30%' or 'Managed SSO for 500+ remote users across 10 countries.'

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Mention familiarity with geospatial data security or compliance (e.g., ITAR, EAR) if applicable.

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Tailor your cover letter to mention Satellogic's mission of climate insights and how your skills protect that mission.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for climate technology and how security enables Satellogic's mission.", 'Specific examples of securing remote endpoints and identity systems at scale.', 'Experience with cross-functional remediation of vulnerabilities from penetration tests.', 'Understanding of zero-trust principles and network security for distributed teams.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about Satellogic's satellite technology and how data is collected, processed, and distributed.
  • → Understand their remote-first culture and any public security policies or certifications they have.
  • → Look into recent news about geospatial data security regulations (e.g., US Commercial Remote Sensing Policy).
  • → Familiarize yourself with common threats to satellite communications (e.g., jamming, spoofing).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design a security policy for a global remote workforce using macOS, Windows, and Linux?
2 Walk me through your approach to coordinating a penetration test and remediating findings.
3 Explain your experience with Okta or Entra ID for SSO and user lifecycle management.
4 Describe a time you handled a security incident in a remote environment.
5 How would you secure satellite ground station communications or IoT devices?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing too much on on-premises security without addressing remote/distributed challenges.
  • Overlooking the importance of cross-functional collaboration with engineering and data science teams.
  • Failing to show enthusiasm for the climate mission—security here is not just technical but also mission-critical.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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