IT Operations & Cybersecurity Analyst

Join Baxter Aerospace and shape the future of firefighting with our Dragonfly autonomous aircraft, a groundbreaking vertical takeoff platform designed to clear the air—literally. Our mission is to combat wildfires with innovative, scalable technology, delivering real‑time data and paving the way for autonomous water‑dropping solutions that protect lives and landscapes.

At Baxter Aerospace, we are building a new way to fight forest fires in a digitally connected world. We are known for our innovation, precision, and commitment to quality. We foster a collaborative and fast‑paced environment where excellence is both expected and rewarded.

We are looking for top‑tier team members to join our mission in advancing satellite communication equipment used for critical missions like aerial firefighting, camera data transmission from aircraft, and deployed team coordination.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive IT Operations & Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team. This role will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our IT systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in IT operations paired with hands‑on cybersecurity experience, with a passion for problem‑solving and protecting organizational assets.

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize IT systems, networks, and applications to ensure high availability and performance.
• Provide technical support, escalating issues to vendors or engineering teams when necessary.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, access controls, and system configurations in line with operational and security standards.
• Monitor security alerts, logs, and events to detect, investigate, and respond to threats.
• Implement and enforce IT and security policies, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Collaborate across IT, security, and business teams to support projects and technology upgrades.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in IT operations, cybersecurity, or a hybrid IT/security role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, and Uni Fi.
• Hands‑on experience with security tools.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, IAM, and network security architecture.
• Familiarity with scripting or automation (Power Shell, Python, or Bash) preferred.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ITAR).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Full Time:
Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM

Pay Depends on Experience

Health Insurance:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Included

Opportunity for Growth and Development

The base pay range for this role is $70,000 – $95,000 per year.