Network Administrator II

CesiumAstro; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 94,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Network Administrator II to support Element 1 Launch Operations. You will maintain secure network environments and collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and engineering teams to ensure stability across launch and ground systems.

The role is on-site in Westminster, MD with a 2nd or 3rd shift option. A bachelor's degree and 2–5 years of related experience are expected, along with strong networking and security skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 2–5 years of professional experience in network administration or operations.
• Experience administering enterprise networking environments.
• Working knowledge of Fortinet, VPNs, firewall and network security.

Responsibilities

• Configure, administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise and operational network infrastructure.
• Support switches, routers, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and network security appliances.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity for reliable operations.
• Troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and infrastructure issues in mission-critical environments.
• Assist with VLANs, VPNs, routing, and access control configurations.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on security, vulnerability remediation, and compliance.
• Participate in incident response during critical mission windows.
• Maintain network diagrams and documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Fortinet

VPN

Network monitoring

Routing & Switching

TCP/IP

VLANs

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out‑of‑the‑box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross‑functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands‑on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals to join our team.

Network Administrator II to join our 2nd or 3rd shift. In this role, you will support network infrastructure and communications systems associated with the Element 1 Launch Operations Program. This role is responsible for maintaining secure, reliable, and high‑performing network environments that support engineering, integration, testing, mission operations, and launch activities.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and technically capable network professional with experience supporting operational infrastructure in mission‑critical environments. This position works closely with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, mission operations, and engineering teams to ensure network stability, security, and operational readiness across launch and ground support systems.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Configure, administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise and operational network infrastructure supporting Element 1 launch operations
• Support switches, routers, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and network security appliances
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to ensure reliable operational support
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, latency, and infrastructure‑related issues across operational and engineering environments
• Support implementation and maintenance of VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols, and access control configurations
• Support network infrastructure associated with launch operations, integration labs, mission operations, and testing environments
• Assist with network provisioning, hardware deployments, cable management, and infrastructure upgrades
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support network security, vulnerability remediation, and compliance initiatives
• Participate in incident response and operational troubleshooting activities during critical mission and launch support windows
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning activities related to network operations
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, infrastructure documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures
• Assist with implementation of infrastructure improvements focused on reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency
• Support network audits, compliance reviews, and cybersecurity assessments
• Recommend process improvements and infrastructure enhancements based on operational needs and performance trends
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned to support business operations, organizational objectives, and evolving Element 1 program needs

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of professional experience in network administration or network operations.
• Experience administering enterprise networking environments and supporting operational infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Enterprise networking technologies (Fortinet preferred or equivalent platforms)
  • Firewall and network security solutions
  • VPN and remote access technologies
  • Network monitoring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting tools
  • Routing, switching, TCP/IP, VLANs, and network segmentation
  • Ticketing systems and infrastructure management platforms
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve network connectivity, hardware, and software issues.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical teams.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, manufacturing, mission operations, or other highly regulated operational environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, compliance requirements, and vulnerability management processes.
• Experience supporting 24/7 operations or shift‑based environments.

$94,000 - $112,000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full‑time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.