IT Network Administrator

InvestedintheMission; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas seeks an IT Network Administrator to support routing, switching, VoIP and WiFi across our campus. You will document work in tickets and coordinate outages with stakeholders for software updates and hardware refreshes.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 3+ years in IT network administration, and hands-on experience with Cisco/Catalyst and Arista switches, WLAN controllers, DNS/DHCP, and network monitoring tools. CCNA/CCNP certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate is required.
• 3+ years of experience in IT network administration.
• Understanding of the OSI model and network standards.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst and Arista data center switches.
• Experience with Cisco WLAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
• Experience with WDM and Fiber Optics.
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP.
• Ability to enable switch port security features and monitor networks.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and documentation.
• Linux/Windows system administration skills.
• CCNA or CCNP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure, configure, and install network hardware including switches and access points.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues.
• Plan outage windows with stakeholders for updates and maintenance.
• Configure NAC and security features.
• Gather requirements and create implementation plans with vendors and contractors.
• Build and maintain campus IDF rooms per network standards.
• Monitor network health with in-house and third-party tools.
• Maintain network documentation and inventory.

Skills

OSI model understanding

Cisco data center switches

Arista data center switches

Cisco wireless LAN controllers

WDM and Fiber Optics

DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP,

Switch port security features

Network monitoring tools

Documentation and installation

Linux/Windows system administration

CCNA or CCNP

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Cisco Catalyst switches

Arista switches

WLAN controllers

Network monitoring tools

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

IT NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

SpaceX is looking for a network administrator with experience in networking technologies that support routing, switching, VoIP, and WiFi. This employee will be a member of the IT Networking team which is responsible for maintaining a stable, reliable, and diverse network. This network supports the designing, manufacturing, and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites, and human space flight. The position will be directly involved with supporting the campus network using our reliable design standards. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document work in a ticketing system, excel at multi-tasking, resolve issues to prevent failures, and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procure, configure, and install network hardware, including switches, access points, UPS, and PDUs
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues
• Plan and coordinate network outage windows with stakeholders to perform software updates, hardware refreshes, and general network maintenance
• Configure and troubleshoot network access control (NAC) and other security features
• Perform job walks with customers, vendors, and contractors to gather network requirements, and create implementation plans accordingly
• Build and maintain our IDF rooms across our campus in accordance to our network standards
• Monitor network health using in-house and 3rd party tools
• Continuously create and update network documentation
• Manage our network hardware inventory

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in IT network administration

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of the OSI model and network standards
• Hands-on experience with the following:
  • Cisco Catalyst and Arista data center class switches
  • Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies
  • Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics
  • DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, or LLDP
  • Switch port security features
  • Network monitoring tools
  • Documentation and procedural installation
• Linux/Windows system administration
• Industry standard certifications such as CCNA or CCNP

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and occasional weekends when necessary to support launch and critical project timelines
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Aff… and applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].