Principal Systems Security Administrator (Relocation Bonus)

Iridium; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider is seeking a Principal Systems Security Administrator in Chandler, Arizona. This role involves managing the security posture of critical systems and networks, requiring over 10 years of experience and a deep understanding of cybersecurity standards. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Relocation bonus provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in security administration or similar field.
• Active/current Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Advanced understanding of NIST, FIPS, and DoD security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage security posture of critical systems and networks.
• Respond to alerts and take corrective actions.
• Lead engineering support efforts for core system applications.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Systems security understanding

Infrastructure protection

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/MIS

Tools

Cisco routers

McAfee ePO

Nessus

Splunk Enterprise

Job description

Overview

Principal Systems Security Administrator (Relocation Bonus) – Iridium

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.

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 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. Relocation bonus provided! Inquire about details.

Relocation bonus provided! Inquire about details.

What We’re Looking For

If you are experienced in cybersecurity, systems security, and infrastructure protection, and have over 10 years of experience, you will be excited about the Principal Systems Security Administrator opening with Iridium on our Technology, Development, and Operations team. As a Principal Systems Security Administrator, you’ll be responsible for managing multiple activities and projects, including those with cross-functional teams, to ensure the safety and security of Iridium’s government installations and technical infrastructure. You will focus primarily on monitoring, maintaining, and strengthening the security posture of critical systems and networks. You will thrive in this role if you have a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity standards, enjoy solving complex problems, and can independently drive initiatives to completion in a fast-paced environment.

This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You’ll Do

• Interface with technical teams across a variety of topics and provide technical support to the team on behalf of the Satellite Operations & Development department, the datacenter/infrastructure group, and Gateway engineering
• Oversee the upgrade and maintenance of existing system security elements; implementation of security upgrades, patches, modifications
• Be responsible for responding to alerts and taking corrective action; providing root cause analysis and developing improvements
• Independently monitor systems for proper operation, error conditions, and unauthorized changes
• Oversee security scans and generate government specified reports to maintain a highly secure profile across all networking and computational systems; select and direct the replacement of information security tools and technologies as new systems become available
• Play a key role in validating information assurance security compliance mandates in accordance with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA) benchmarks and/or industry standards (Center for Internet Security (CIS), SANS, etc.)
• Oversee and perform security hardening per Space Force and DISA IAVA standards
• Lead engineering support efforts related to design, build-out, update, operations, and maintenance of core system applications and components in the Iridium/government datacenters
• Support programs in other departments to ensure system and device security is properly implemented in new designs
• Coach and provide training or suggestions to team members and colleagues as required

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/MIS (master’s degree preferred) or combination of equivalent education and work experience/certifications
• 10+ years’ experience in security administration or similar field
• Advanced understanding of security technologies including STIG, IAVA, ACAS scanning, Cyber Security and how they apply to application development and operational support across a secure global network
• Advanced understanding of NIST, FIPS, CNSSP, and other DoD security requirements
• Experience with configuration, management, and enforcement of network security systems such as firewalls, McAfee ePO, Tenable.sc, and Nessus
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey requirements and analyses clearly
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with customers and senior leadership
• Comfort with providing constructive feedback and driving solutions to completion
• Creativity and resourcefulness to make reliable decisions on new assignments
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities

Things That Would Be Great if You Brought to the Table

• Experience with Cisco routers, firewalls, and switches (NXOS, IOS, PAN-OS, ASA)
• Experience with Cisco, Checkpoint, and Palo Alto firewalls or similar security appliances
• Knowledge of Cisco UCS Architecture to support Virtual Infrastructure
• Experience with system administration and network monitoring tools such as Sciencelogic, Splunk Enterprise, Nagios
• Experience with system backups, monitoring, and DoD-compliant partitioning
• Experience in network system design requirements for hardware, OS, software procurement

We’ll also need you to

• Participate in 24x7 on-call support when necessary
• Work primarily in an office setting with extensive computer use

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

Seniorities and Employment

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology and Engineering
• Industries: Satellite Telecommunications and Defense and Space Manufacturing