[Hiring] Cyber Security Engineer @Viasat, Inc.

Role Description

Viasat is seeking an Infrastructure Development Engineer to support maintenance of the ArcLight 1 and ArcLight 2 ground segment! In this role, you will:

• Design, implement, and test automation solutions to deploy software, operating system, and configuration updates to satellite ground stations.
• Innovate newer, more efficient methods to update and configure servers, routers, switches, firewalls, virtual machines, and RF equipment.
• Help to solve issues during test and in the field.

The day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Participate in sprint planning.
• Conduct design and code reviews.
• Develop scripts and playbooks.
• Conduct unit tests.
• Identify and fix failures.
• Document release notes.
• Perform compliance and vulnerability analyses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience developing software or deployment automation for distributed systems.
• 2+ years of experience provisioning and administering network devices.
• Experience configuring and resolving issues in virtualization technologies such as VMWare.
• Experience configuring and resolving issues with routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Experience designing and documenting network segments and services.
• Understanding of networking protocols and concepts such as TCP/IP, IPSEC, VPN, NAT, Routing, Switching, and Firewalls.
• Proficiency in bash scripting.
• Proficiency developing Ansible playbooks.
• Knowledge of DoD information system accreditation processes (e.g., STIGs and RMF).
• Knowledge of Identity and access management guidelines and technologies.
• Experience documenting software designs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• U.S. Citizen.

Requirements

• Solid grasp of Linux including syslog, auditd, selinux, PAM, and SSSD.
• Strong capability to fix and debug problems.
• Ability to work on a distributed team.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple, concurrent tasks.
• Effective time management.
• Experience with Agile development processes.
• Experience with configuration management software.
• Experience with Router and switch administration (e.g., CCNA).
• COMPTIA Security+, Network+ or CASP certification.
• Current Active Secret Clearance.

Salary range

$107,500.00 - $170,500.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $127,500.00- $191,500.00/ 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.

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 here .