Senior Network Administrator

CHAOS Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits 100% paid by company

401(k) with 50% company match

Free daily lunch

Unlimited PTO

Casual dress code

Job summary

CHAOS Industries is looking for a Senior Network Administrator in El Segundo, California, to design and maintain secure network infrastructures. This hands-on role requires expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Aruba networking solutions, along with a strong emphasis on security and performance.

Responsibilities include deploying secure architectures, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity frameworks. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and an active DoD clearance. CHAOS offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network administration within enterprise or DoD environments.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required; TS preferred.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain secure network architectures across classified environments.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Palo Alto Firewalls

Aruba Networking Solutions

TCP/IP

Troubleshooting

Zero Trust Architectures

Tools

PAN-OS

Aruba ClearPass

Job description

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Network Administrator to design, implement, secure, and sustain mission‑critical network infrastructure supporting business operations. This role requires deep expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Aruba networking solutions, along with the ability to operate in highly secure, performance‑sensitive environments.

This position is hands‑on and mission‑focused, requiring ownership from architecture through operations. The ideal candidate thrives in fast‑paced environments, where reliability, security, and rapid problem‑solving are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain secure network architectures across classified and unclassified environments
• Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PAN‑OS, Panorama, GlobalProtect)
• Implement and support Aruba networking solutions (switching, wireless, ClearPass)
• Perform network segmentation, zero‑trust implementation, and policy enforcement
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and optimize uptime
• Conduct vulnerability remediation and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, STIGs)
• Support incident response, including traffic analysis and threat mitigation
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems, and DevOps teams to integrate secure network solutions
• Maintain documentation for network configurations, diagrams, and SOPs
• Participate in system accreditation and ATO processes

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network administration within enterprise or DoD environments
• Strong hands‑on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls (NGFW, Panorama, VPNs, threat prevention)
• Strong hands‑on experience with Aruba Networks (switching, wireless, ClearPass NAC)
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, VPNs
• Knowledge of network security principles and zero‑trust architectures
• Experience operating in classified environments (SIPR/NIPR or equivalent)
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity standards (RMF, NIST 800‑53, STIGs)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex, multi‑layer network issues under pressure
• Active DoD Secret clearance required; TS preferred

Preferred Requirements

• Palo Alto certifications (PCNSE or higher)
• Experience with Zero Trust / SASE architectures
• Experience with Zscaler ZIA / ZPA or similar tools
• Background in high‑availability or mission‑critical systems
• Prior experience with defense contractors or rapid deployment environments

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 6% of pay, FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Additional perks: Free daily lunch, "No meeting Fridays," unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Competitive base salaries, generous pre‑IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and annual bonuses (coming soon)
• Team growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

Salary Range

Salary Range: $130,000 – $190,000. The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. Actual salary offers may vary based on experience, education, and business considerations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in CHAOS Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.