Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Iridium is an award-winning satellite communications company that offers global voice and data connectivity. We support critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the IoT through our unique network. We seek a Senior Systems Security Administrator to manage compute environments supporting Iridium Government services.

About the role

• Identify and implement ideas and solutions related to compute environment administration and maintenance
• Install, maintain, and upgrade data center infrastructure equipment including Linux servers, virtual machines, backup and timing systems
• Analyze and automate processes to promote rapid response to known issues
• Monitor networks and equipment daily, respond to alerts, and provide on-call support
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve problems impacting network access, login functionality, and application availability
• Independently address trouble tickets, create configuration change orders, and test corrective actions

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and troubleshoot compute systems after STIGs have been applied
• Work collaboratively with others to monitor networks and equipment daily
• Provide on-call support for Iridium and government operations
• Resolve problems impacting network access, login functionality, and application availability
• Address trouble tickets, create configuration change orders, and test corrective actions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience
• 8+ years of relevant experience in IT and Cyber Security industry
• Competent with MS Office tools and knowledgeable with ticket tracking systems
• Expertise in administering and troubleshooting Linux-based systems
• Experience with VMware/vCenter/Netapp & ESXi
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve database connectivity and access issues
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and issues to groups outside of your team
• Confidence and ability to build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team
• Proven ability to think critically and solve problems creatively
• Prioritize tasks and manage deadlines

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active/current Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one

Skills

• Experience using Cisco routers and switches
• Former military experience with security clearance supporting cyber security
• Familiarity working on government contracts
• Experience working in a telecommunications environment

Benefits

• Hybrid work policy requiring at least 3 days per week in an Iridium office
• On-call support for Iridium and government operations
• Occasional travel up to 1-2 times per year
• Ability to lift and carry normal 1 person lift rated equipment (30-50 lbs)

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.