Systems Administrator - Network Security

1300 Eubank Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Configure and manage firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco) and enforce network security policies.
Perform cybersecurity mitigation tasks , including patch management, vulnerability scanning, log analysis, and incident response.
Install, configure, and maintain hardware (servers, routers, switches, firewalls, etc.).
Perform OS and application software updates , system tuning, and performance optimization.
Monitor system and network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
Document system configurations, procedures, and changes in accordance with IT policies.
Collaborate with security, engineering, and operations teams to implement IT infrastructure projects.
Ensure compliance with internal security policies and industry best practices.
Design, configure, and maintain complex network infrastructures , including LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks.

experience in engineering and managing complex networks , configuring firewalls , implementing cybersecurity mitigation strategies , and maintaining both hardware and software infrastructure .
Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent work
experience in system/network administration, depending on educational background. Technical Skills: Strong
experience with network design and configuration (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP).
Proficiency with firewall administration and network access controls .
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles , common threats, and mitigation strategies.
Experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments . Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
Experience with monitoring and logging tools .
Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) are a plus.
From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Certifications (preferred but not required): CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+ Cisco CCNA/CCNP Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or similar Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Effective communication and documentation abilities Ability to work independently and as part of a team Detail-oriented and security-focused mindset Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $91,000 - $129,150
benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation and a proactive mindset to support and secure mission-critical systems in a dynamic IT environment.
This candidate should also be comfortable in unknown situations that may require out of the box thinking. Key
Understand current hardware offerings from major vendors.
ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”).
requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.
Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements.
A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.
We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed.
We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible.
As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.