Space Telescope Science Institute
At a Glance
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The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is an esteemed astronomical research center located in Baltimore, Maryland. Established in 1981, it operates NASA's prominent space telescopes, including the Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope, and will support the upcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. STScI's mission focuses on advancing space-based astronomical research by managing science operations, extensive data archives, and providing open access to scientific data and tools. STScI operates the Barbara A. Mikulski Archive for Space Telescopes (MAST), which offers access to data from over 20 astronomical missions. The institute develops open-source software tools for data processing and analysis, aiding scientists globally in their research. It engages with various communities, including scientists, media, and the public, through educational outreach and communication programs. STScI collaborates with NASA and other agencies, contributing to mission support and scientific expertise, while emphasizing excellence, integrity, and accessibility in its operations.
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Security Philosophy
“embedding application security practices into our cloud software delivery lifecycle, partnering with development teams to shift security left”
Security Team
oversees Information Technology Services Division
Key Initiatives
Shift left approach, embedding SAST, DAST, SCA, and container scans into deployments, building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines
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