--- title: 'IT Systems Administrator at Katalyst Space Technologies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/it-systems-administrator-katalyst-space-technologies-broomfield-qb101wtw5aw8' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # IT Systems Administrator at Katalyst Space Technologies - **Company:** Katalyst Space Technologies - **Location:** Broomfield, CO - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/katalyst/jobs/6235311004 ## Job description Katalyst Description: Katalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations.  We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to create the future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space exploration that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain. Katalyst Culture: Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding. You’ll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it’s harder. You’ll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.  Oh, and we're dog friendly! Benefits: - Stock options & equity - Medical, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k) - Unlimited PTO - Catered lunches What You’ll Do - Administer and maintain the organization's cloud productivity and collaboration platform (email, file storage, collaboration tools) in a government/regulated cloud environment, including user and license lifecycle management. - Manage cloud identity and access (IAM), including multi-factor authentication, conditional access, and role-based access controls. - Administer enterprise cloud infrastructure across major public cloud platforms, including network segmentation, virtual machine lifecycle, and support for developer-operated workloads. - Operate enterprise endpoint management and remote monitoring/management (RMM) tooling — provisioning, patching, configuration baselines, and compliance reporting. - Implement and maintain security controls aligned to NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC Level 2, including phishing-resistant MFA, encryption and key management, logging, and access control. - Maintain accurate asset inventory, configuration records, and documentation, including system security plan (SSP) artifacts, network diagrams, and runbooks. - Support and develop onboarding and offboarding processes that can adapt during a period of rapid headcount growth. - Serve as escalation-tier support for infrastructure, identity, and access issues. - Partner with the Director of IT & Security to design, pilot, and deploy new systems supporting multi-site expansion and future secure facilities. What We’re Looking For Required - 3+ years of hands-on experience administering Windows Server, enterprise productivity/collaboration platforms, and endpoint management. - Working experience with cloud identity/directory services, MFA, and conditional access. - Practical knowledge of at least one major public cloud platform, including virtual machine administration and network segmentation. - Solid grasp of endpoint hardening, patch management, and access control. - Strong ability to convert undocumented knowledge into clear, repeatable procedures. ## Your Ideal Background ## Preferred - Experience operating in a regulated or compliance-driven environment (CMMC, NIST 800-171, DFARS, ITAR, FedRAMP, or similar). - Experience with government or regulated cloud regions. - Exposure to developer-operated infrastructure, source control, or CI/CD pipelines. - Prior experience supporting an organization through rapid scaling or multi-site expansion. Certifications - CompTIA Security+ is required within 6–12 months of hire (strongly preferred at time of hire). - One or more of the following are a plus: CompTIA Network+, Cloud+, or Server+; a cloud administrator associate-level certification (e.g., Azure or AWS); or Microsoft endpoint/identity administrator certifications. Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $75,000 - $150,000 annually. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off. At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. ## About Katalyst Space Technologies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Katalyst Space Technologies builds robotic spacecraft and modular payloads for in‑orbit servicing, satellite upgrades, and space domain awareness. - **Entity Type**: Private (raised $12M in June 2026) - **Headquarters**: Flagstaff, Arizona, United States (additional offices in Broomfield, Colorado, and Washington, D.C.) - **Founded**: 2019 - **Founders**: Ghonhee Lee, Nicholas Liapis, Kaleb Beebout, Vanessa Clark (joined via acquisition of Atomos Space) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: In‑orbit servicing & assembly, space transportation & logistics, space domain awareness. - **Target customers**: Government agencies, defense organizations, commercial satellite operators (MEO, GEO, XGEO / Cislunar markets). - **Mission**: To make in‑space operations routine and break the long cycle times, rigid architectures, and inflexibility that dominate the satellite industry. ## Products & Services - **NEXUS**: A multi‑mission robotic spacecraft with a patented Split Stewart Platform for grappling, docking, and servicing spacecraft not originally designed for docking. Includes full sensor suite for rendezvous and proximity operations, large solar arrays, and enough delta‑V to reach the Moon and back without refueling. - **SIGHT**: Real‑time space domain awareness (SDA) system for orbital hazard identification, collision avoidance, and independent power, comms, and data processing. - **SHIELD**: Defensive counterspace capability for anomaly inspection, close‑range imaging, and defensive maneuvers. - **Hardware Payload Bays**: Two payload bays for transporting and installing mission hardware upgrades on unprepared satellites. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: Total funding of $12M (June 2026), including a seed round of $880,635 (May 2024) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly listed; acquired Atomos Space (April 2025) and Atomos Nuclear and Space Corporation. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 111% YoY to ~49 employees; opened offices in Broomfield, CO and Washington, D.C.; Katalyst’s LINK robotic spacecraft integrated with Pegasus XL and ready for launch (June 2026); NEXUS passed a key testing milestone ahead of a first‑of‑its‑kind GEO servicing demo mission (May 2026). ## Competitive Advantages - **Patented Split Stewart Platform** – a lighter, stiffer robotic arm system that can grapple a wide range of structures, including satellites not designed for docking. - **Full‑stack validation** – tests sensors, software, actuators, propulsion, and robotics at a state‑of‑the‑art testbed, not just simulation. - **Ability to upgrade unprepared satellites** – delivers hardware on mission‑relevant timelines, bypassing 10+ year design cycles. - **High delta‑V propulsion** – enables LEO‑to‑Moon round trips without refueling. ## Strategic Focus - First‑of‑its‑kind GEO servicing demonstration mission for 2026–2027. - Scaling the NEXUS spacecraft platform across multiple mission types (servicing, refueling, inspection, defense). - Deepening government and defense partnerships for space domain awareness and counterspace capabilities. - Expanding the team (13 active job postings) and operational footprint to support growing mission cadence. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Demanding, fast‑moving, hands‑on environment where employees own real problems from concept through flight. Emphasizes craftsmanship, humility, and doing things right even when difficult. - **Work model**: Likely on‑site at one of three offices (Flagstaff, Broomfield, Washington D.C.); some roles may offer hybrid flexibility. - **Benefits**: Competitive compensation plus equity, medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible time off, meaningful ownership from day one. - **Engineering culture**: Deep focus on spacecraft design, GNC, flight software, and robotics; heavy background from Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Atomos Space, and Amazon. Active recruiting for senior and principal engineers. ## Sources 1. [katalystspace.com](https://www.katalystspace.com/) 2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/katalyst-space) 3. [spaceindex.io](https://spaceindex.io/companies/katalyst-space-technologies) 4. 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