Satellite Systems Administrator (TS/SCI) - 24/7 Ops

IPSecure; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Vacation

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Prepaid Legal Plan

Identity Protection

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Job summary

IPSecure seeks a Satellite Systems Administrator to manage cross-domain satellite systems, TT&C telemetry, and space-ground communications. The role centers on configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux/Windows servers in a VMware environment, with a focus on security and reliability, supporting 24/7 satellite operations.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ months of satellite ops experience, TS/SCI with SCI eligibility, and a degree in a technical field.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility; must obtain TS/SCI within 3 months of start date.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; 5+ years of relevant experience (4 more years allowed in lieu of degree).
• Willingness to work 24/7 shifts to meet satellite operations needs.
• Minimum 6 months direct experience in satellite operations and communications.
• Proficiency in Linux/UNIX administration; solid knowledge of Microsoft Server network protocols.
• Proven experience with network infrastructure: topologies, data flows, firewalls, routers, switches.
• Desirable TS/SCI with SAP caveat; virtualization with VMware; remote system management.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead security measures from the security plan including DISA STIG controls to secure systems.
• Provision, install/configure, operate, and maintain Linux servers in a VMware environment with near-zero downtime.
• Monitor systems, maintain health and security, and manage logs for Linux and Windows.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, configurations, and user access; provide root-cause analysis.
• Serve as SME for Space Vehicle telemetry operations; ensure data integrity at Remote Tracking Stations.
• Oversee satellite data collection and command uplink; coordinate with the 22nd Space Operations Squadron.
• Use automation tools to improve provisioning, configuration management, and deployment.
• Maintain comprehensive software documentation for reliability.

Skills

Linux/UNIX administration

Windows Server

Network fundamentals

Satellite operations knowledge

Automation tooling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

VMware

Remote system management

Job description

IPSecure seeks a Satellite Systems Administrator to manage cross-domain satellite systems, TT&C telemetry, and space-ground communications. The role centers on configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux/Windows servers in a VMware environment, with a focus on security and reliability, supporting 24/7 satellite operations.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ months of satellite ops experience, TS/SCI with SCI eligibility, and a degree in a technical field.