Senior Network Administrator

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a Senior Network Administrator to partner with our Network Infrastructure team in Huntsville, Alabama. Not in Alabama or looking to relocate? WE WILL PROVIDE RELOCATION ASSISTANCE!!! Inquire about details. 

Responsibilities include autonomously implementing and maintaining functional network infrastructure and equipment as well as performing network and security testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure a fault-tolerant, reliable, scalable, and automated infrastructure across SDA (Space Development Agency) networks. In this role, you will provide support to the overall SDA and remote Teleport networks by configuring and maintaining Local and Wide Area Network infrastructure equipment and devices. In addition, you’ll participate in, and at times lead, the implementation of solutions that follow Government best practice guiding principles.

This position requires an active/current Top Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You’ll Do:

• Be responsible for day-to-day support and maintenance for SDA Network Infrastructure systems to support Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) across multiple sites
• Be responsible for day-to-day support and maintenance for a DevSecOps link to facilitate software deliveries to the Operational System
• Work independently to perform installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networking and security hardware including, but not limited to, Juniper EX4400, ACX, and Juniper SRX firewalls
• Create and maintain documentation, audit logs, and adhere to Configuration Management rules required to meet compliance and to enable team members to assist in problems and apply consistent solutions across a different environments and teams
• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the DevOps and network industries, technologies, and best practices
• Play a key role in real-time troubleshooting and problem resolution as required and provide 24x7 on call assistance as needed

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent, relevant, and progressively responsible experience in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of experience with managing and maintaining mid-to-large scale LAN/WAN networks and security that include Juniper Routers, Switches, and other vendors networking technologies
• 8+ years of experience working with various Firewall vendors including Juniper, Cisco ASA, Check Point, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms
• 3+ years of experience working with Juniper Firewalls and associated management platforms
• Strong knowledge and multi-year hands-on experience with IP communication protocols such as OSI Model, Spanning-Tree, VDC, VFR, VTP, VSS, and routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP are required
• Experience working with Netconf/Yang
• Well versed in use of MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topic
• Have confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions
• Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
• Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met 

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Government Operations experience in a 24/7 Network Operations Center (NOC) environment
• Familiarity with DISA (Defense Information Systems Agent) and Government provided WAN connections
• Familiarity with the use of Type 1 encryption devices
• Advanced skills with Nagios Monitoring performance tools
• Any relevant technical certifications (i.e., CompTIA, CISSP, etc.)

We’ll also need you to:

• Be able to support 24/7 on-call on an as-needed basis
• Be able to travel occasionally, about 3 to 4 times per year
• Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Be a U.S. Citizen

Work Environment:

This position is located on a Military base and works exclusively onsite; there is no remote work available unless traveling to support ongoing training and meetings. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. At times, this role will require lifting and moving networking equipment and racks. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse and printer. For meetings in person, this position will need to be able stand, walk within the office, and climb stairs on occasion.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.