Viasat Looking for System Administrator – Active Secret Clearance Required at Carlsbad, CA  Full Time

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you’ll do

Keeping our systems, technology, and employees safe is a key priority for Viasat. As a Systems Security Engineer for classified systems, you will focus on providing technical support for Viasat’s Corporate Information Assurance Manager (IAM).

The day-to-day

In this role, you will: Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems; be responsible for IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems; provide technical and user support for several stand-alone, LAN and WAN systems; maintain records of HW/SW revisions, perform various configuration management activities, virus updates, perform account management, etc., ensuring all actions are documented as required; participate in contamination network cleanup activities related to possible computer security violations/incidents; respond to queries and requests for computer security information and reports; may provide work leadership for lower level employees; support various levels of activities for Viasat remote cleared facilities.; and deal courteously and effectively with a diverse group of individuals.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of experience administering multiple software programs and systems hardware platforms to include, but not limited to: Windows Client and Server Operating Systems, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy, TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP
• Experience with Windows and Linux/UNIX integration, administration, troubleshooting, file system maintenance, and backup applications
• 2+ years of experience with the design, implementation and administration of VMWare Virtual solutions
• 2+ years in a DoD, or other industrial security program and overall understanding of DoD Risk Manage Framework (RMF) process
• Active Secret Security Clearance

What will help you on the job

• 2+ years of advanced experience in managing Routers and Switches (CISCO certifications a plus)
• Experience working with vulnerability and compliance scanning tools. (Nessus, SCAP, ACAS)
• DoD 8570.1/DoD 8140.01 Certification (Security+, CISSP, or equivalent) required to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Experience administering SIPRNet

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Salary range

$100,000.00 – $167,500.00 / annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
EEO statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click .

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.
If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please send an email to [email protected].