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AV · 1 day ago

Systems Administrator - Network Security

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

3+ years exp

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to engineer and manage complex networks, configure firewalls, and implement cybersecurity strategies to support mission-critical systems.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

Network designConfigurationFirewall administrationCybersecurity principlesWindows server experienceLinux server experienceVirtualization platformsMonitoring toolsScripting skillsTechnical foundationDocumentation skillsTeam collaborationOut-of-the-box thinking

Required

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

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., PowerShell, Bash) are a plus

Must be a U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

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”)