Systems Administrator - Network Security

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1300 Eubank Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, NMtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition :
7684
** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
***
* Job Summary:

** We are seeking a highly skilled
** System Administrator
** with hands-on experience in
** engineering and managing complex networks**, configuring
** firewalls**, implementing
** cybersecurity mitigation strategies**, and maintaining both
** hardware and software infrastructure**. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation and a proactive mindset to support and secure mission-critical systems in a dynamic IT environment. This candidate should also be comfortable in unknown situations that may require out of the box thinking.
*
* Key Responsibilities:

**
* ** Design, configure, and maintain complex network infrastructures**, including LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks.
* ** Configure and manage firewalls** (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco) and enforce network security policies.
* Perform
** cybersecurity mitigation tasks**, including patch management, vulnerability scanning, log analysis, and incident response.
* ** Install, configure, and maintain hardware** (servers, routers, switches, firewalls, etc.).
* Perform
** OS and application software updates**, system tuning, and performance optimization.
* Monitor system and network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
* Document system configurations, procedures, and changes in accordance with IT policies.
* Collaborate with security, engineering, and operations teams to implement IT infrastructure projects.
* Ensure compliance with internal security policies and industry best practices.
* Work with a team to design and assembly systems.
* Understand current hardware offerings from major vendors.
* Configure and Install new hardware systems.
** Requirements:
***
* Education & Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
* 3+ years of experience in system/network administration, depending on educational background.
** Technical

Skills:

*** Strong experience with
** network design and configuration** (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP).
* Proficiency with
** firewall administration
** and
** network access controls**.
* Knowledge of
** cybersecurity principles**, common threats, and mitigation strategies.
* Experience with
** Windows and/or Linux server environments**.
* Familiarity with
** virtualization platforms** (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
* Experience with
** monitoring and logging tools**.
* Scripting skills (e.g., Power Shell, Bash) are a plus.
** Certifications (preferred but not required):
*** CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+
* Cisco CCNA/CCNP
* Microsoft Certified:
Azure Administrator Associate or similar
* Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
*
* Soft Skills:

*** Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Effective communication and documentation abilities
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Detail-oriented and security-focused mindset
** Clearance Level
** No Clearance The salary range for this role is:$91,000 - $129,150

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
** ITAR Requirement:
*** This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Aero Vironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with…