SETA Technologist

MATLOK Innovation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

MATLOK Innovation seeks a Technologist to provide technical expertise for cybersecurity testing, training, and experimentation. You will work with government personnel and technical teams to investigate challenges, evaluate solutions, and integrate hardware, software, networks, and tools to meet mission needs.

The role emphasizes learning unfamiliar systems, producing actionable recommendations, and applying strong technical depth across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Substantial relevant technical experience in engineering, computer science, information technology, electronics, or related fields.
• Demonstrated depth in networking, software development, systems administration, virtualization, cybersecurity, electronics, embedded systems, or test and evaluation.
• Ability to solve complex problems, integrate systems, and deliver useful technical capabilities.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar technologies and document technical work clearly.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot system behavior and document findings and recommendations.
• Develop scripts and automation to support tests and experiments.
• Evaluate new technologies and help integrate hardware, software, networks, and tools.
• Support test activities and contribute to mission-focused deliverables.

Skills

Technical depth

Problem solving

Documentation

Independent work

US citizenship

Education

Engineering/computer science background

Job description

Location: Orlando, FL (on-site)

Position Type: Full-time

Minimum Clearance Requirement: Current or Recent DOD Secret Clearance

Compensation: $100,000 to $165,000 per year, depending on experience

Travel Requirements: Less than 20%

Position Open Date: 10/26/2026

Contingent: No

MATLOK Innovation is seeking a Technologist to provide technical expertise and practical problem-solving support to a Department of War (DoW) customer. This role supports the development, integration, and improvement of complex technical environments used for cybersecurity testing, training, and experimentation.

Working directly with government personnel and technical teams, you will investigate technical challenges, evaluate potential solutions, and help integrate hardware, software, networks, and tools to meet mission needs. Responsibilities may include troubleshooting system behavior, developing scripts and automation, evaluating new technologies, supporting test activities, and documenting findings and recommendations. Assignments will draw on your demonstrated strengths while requiring you to learn unfamiliar systems and work across technical disciplines.

We are looking for candidates with a record of meaningful technical accomplishment through substantial relevant professional experience or a combination of relevant experience and technical education. You should be able to demonstrate how you have applied your knowledge to solve difficult problems, improve system performance, or deliver useful technical capabilities. Relevant backgrounds may include networking, software development, systems administration, virtualization, cybersecurity, electronics, embedded systems, or test and evaluation.

Success in this role requires technical depth, sound judgment, curiosity, and the ability to turn unfamiliar problems into workable solutions. You must be able to work independently, collaborate with specialists, and clearly explain your work to the customer. Candidates from varied technical backgrounds are welcome, with emphasis placed on demonstrated capability and the value they can bring to the mission.

About MATLOK: MATLOK Innovation delivers high-trust technical expertise in direct support of national defense missions. We serve as a trusted Force Multiplier for defense missions by delivering tailored teams and digital solutions that amplify operational impact, accelerate readiness, and maximize the effectiveness of every mission resource. We are committed to delivering the right solution for the customer, and we are building the team that will turn that commitment into sustained mission success.

Requirements

• Substantial relevant technical experience, or a combination of relevant professional experience and education in engineering, computer science, information technology, electronics, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated technical depth in one or more relevant disciplines, such as networking, software development, systems administration, virtualization, cybersecurity, electronics, embedded systems, or test and evaluation.
• A record of applying technical knowledge to solve complex problems, integrate systems, improve performance, or deliver useful technical capabilities.
• Ability to systematically investigate problems, identify underlying causes, and develop and validate practical solutions.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar technologies and apply existing expertise across technical disciplines.
• Ability to clearly document technical work, explain findings, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned technical tasks, and collaborate effectively with government personnel and technical teams.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting cybersecurity testing, training, experimentation, or other complex technical test activities.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting networks, operating systems, virtual machines, containers, or cloud environments.
• Experience developing scripts, software tools, or automation that improves technical workflows or system reliability.
• Experience integrating hardware and software, including embedded devices, electronics, instrumentation, or industrial control systems.
• Ability to evaluate unfamiliar technologies, develop prototypes, and assess their suitability for customer needs.
• Experience collecting and analyzing system data, logs, or test results to diagnose problems and verify solutions.
• Experience maintaining technical configurations and developing clear, repeatable setup and operating procedures.
• Experience working directly with government customers or supporting defense mission systems.

Candidates are not expected to have experience in every area listed above. Demonstrated technical depth in relevant areas and the ability to learn across disciplines are highly valued.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation for this role is competitive and structured to reflect technical seniority, mission impact, and individual performance. In addition to base salary, bonus opportunities are aligned with customer performance, company growth, and measurable contribution.

MATLOK Innovation provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, a competitive retirement plan, and generous paid time off. We support continued professional development through advanced training, industry certifications, and relevant technical conferences.

EEO

MATLOK Innovation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.