Network Administrator I

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 Network Administrator I to support our Network Infrastructure team in Huntsville, Alabama. As a Network Administrator you will assist the team implementing and maintaining functional network infrastructure and equipment as well as performing network and security testing, validation, and troubleshooting to support the infrastructure across SDA (Space Development Agency) networks. In this role, you will provide support to the overall SDA and remote Teleport. In addition, you'll participate in 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:

Assist the team in providing day-today support and maintenance for SDA Network Infrastructure systems to support Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) across multiple sites
• Contribute to the team that provides day-to-day support and maintenance for a DevSecOps link to facilitate software deliveries to the Operational System
• Collaborate with other to perform installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networking and security hardware including, but not limited to, Juniper EX4400, ACX, and Juniper SRX firewalls
• Assist with documentation, audit logs, and adhere to compliance requirements
• Continuously improve your knowledge of network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the DevOps and network industries, technologies, and best practices
• Help your team troubleshoot and resolve problems as required

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, information technology, or related field; or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• General knowledge of maintaining LAN/WAN networks and IP communication protocols
• Experience using MS Office products
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate key messages and ideas clearly and effectively
• Can cultivate meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your team, while being open and responsive to constructive feedback as they guide and mentor you
• The ability to think outside the box to help solve problems, with the humility to ask for help when needed
• Adaptability to a dynamic environment and the readiness to take on any new tasks that are handed to you
• A motivation to achieve outcomes and results
• Capable of handling multiple tasks at once and completing them on time with mostly no errors
• An eagerness to develop professionally, continuously learn, and share knowledge with others

• Knowledge of environments such as Kubernetes, AWS, Openstack, and/or Linux
• Knowledge of Nagios Monitoring performance tools
• Any relevant technical certifications (i.e., CompTIA, CISSP, etc.)

We'll also need you to:

• Occasionally support a 24/7 operations environment
• Travel up to 10%
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be able to lift 30 lbs.

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium's Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.