Sr. Network Security Administrator

SR. NETWORK SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR

SpaceX is looking for a Sr. Network Security Administrator with expertise in network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, etc.) This employee will be a member of the Network Security Engineering team and will focus on firewalls. The ideal candidate will be flexible, excel at multi-tasking, and flourish in a fast-paced and challenging environment. This person should be a self-starter, self-motivator and possess the ingenuity to excel in this position. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement network security tools
• Provide subject matter expertise on network security, firewalls and industry best practices
• Manage firewall configurations within the SpaceX enterprise network based on operational requirements 
• Analyze and proactively come up with creative network solutions for operational needs that present security challenges
• Manage and maintain network security systems by applying system patches and other periodic maintenance tasks
• Work with other SpaceX teams to determine functional needs and communicate security policies
• Build out threat models and assess risk for proposed architectures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of network security experience; OR 8+ years of professional IT networking experience
• 3+ professional experience with network firewalls

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficient understanding of network security technologies, their operation and limitations, including: 
  • Firewalls (Palo Alto and Juniper) 
  • Network IDS/IPS Solutions 
  • Switch/Router ACLs 
  • Network Access Control solutions 
  • IPSec and TLS -based VPNs
• Familiarity with networking protocols and the OSI Model 
• Experience testing and implementing changes in a production environment 
• Adept at learning new technologies and systems 
• Strong self-starting and time-management skills 
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• This role is located in Cape Carnival and requires you to be onsite. Remote or hybrid work will not be considered
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].