Systems Security Administrator I

Company Overview

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:

Iridium is seeking a talented and motivated Systems Security Administrator I to join the Iridium EMSS Operations Support Team. As a Systems Security Administrator I, you'll assist with the administration and maintenance of compute environments supporting Iridium Government services. In this role, you will focus primarily on supporting configuration, maintenance, data backup and recovery, performance tuning, security upgrades, patching, and troubleshooting across multiple sites and within the government and cloud environment. You will succeed in this role if you can work both independently and collaboratively, effectively manage priorities, and maintain alignment with the cadence of government cybersecurity efforts.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compute and security hardware \
• Help with maintaining data center infrastructure equipment including Windows and Linux servers, VM's, Hypervisor, Netapp , GPS derived timing systems and scanning systems
• Work collaboratively with others to maintain proper Change Control and Configuration Management processes
• Analyze and assist to automate procedures that promote rapid response to known issues, both independently and with the team
• Work collaboratively with others to monitor networks and equipment daily-responding to alerts and providing on-call support-and analyze site events to proactively optimize system and application performance
• Assist in identifying and reporting fixes for issues or to address network login and application issues
• Work trouble tickets , create configuration change orders, test corrective actions

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , MIS, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree
• General experience in the IT and Cyber s ecurity industry
• Competent with MS office tools, knowledgeable with ticket tracking systems
• 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 required 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?

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

• Relevant technical certifications ( e.g. CompTIA, RHCSA, MCSA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, etc.)
• Former military experience with security clearance supporting cyber security
• Familiarity working on government contracts
• Previous experience with any of the following:
  • AWS
  • Windows Administration
  • Active Directory
  • Linux
• Working in a telecommunications environment ?

We'll also need you to:

• Be able to work in the office at least 3 or more days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders?
• Be on call, on occasion, to support Iridium and government operations
• Be able to travel up to 1 to 2 times per year
• Be able to lift and carry normal 1 person lift rated equipment (30-50 lbs )
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Work Environment:

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.