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EVONA

Network Administrator

EVONA, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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Technical Recruiter at EVONA - Space & Defence | Aerospace | Deep Tech $130,000 – $160,000

Full-time | On-site

Company Overview

Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems that power end-to-end space missions for communications, Earth observation, and scientific exploration. Their technology combines space-based innovation with secure, scalable ground systems, enabling seamless integration between orbit and operations on Earth.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Network Administrator

with a strong background in managing hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. The ideal candidate has hands‑on expertise with AWS infrastructure, Cisco Firepower (FTD 1010) firewalls, and virtualized systems. In this role, you’ll ensure reliable, secure, and high‑performance connectivity between physical sites and AWS-hosted systems that support mission‑critical satellite operations.

This role involves maintaining and improving our secure network connectivity between physical sites and AWS-hosted infrastructure, ensuring uptime, security, and smooth operation across mission‑critical systems that support our satellite operations and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and maintain AWS infrastructure, including EC2 instances, VPCs, Route53, and AWS VPN configurations

Manage AWS Veeam backup systems for EC2 and virtual machine snapshots, ensuring regular and on‑demand backups

Configure and maintain Cisco FTD 1010 firewalls, including site‑to‑site VPNs linking AWS and remote offices

Monitor and troubleshoot VPN and network connectivity for users, infrastructure, and remote systems

Support on‑premises networking equipment, including routers, switches, and Wi‑Fi systems (e.g., UniFi UDM SE)

Maintain and manage VMware ESXi servers hosting internal VMs, GitLab runners, and development resources

Administer OpenVPN servers, renew certificates, and manage user access using automation scripts

Manage DNS configurations via AWS Route53 for hosted zones and internal systems

Implement and maintain network security policies and consistent backup procedures across environments

Diagnose and resolve routing, NAT, and performance issues across hybrid networks

Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and engineering teams to support infrastructure scaling and modernization

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience

3+ years of experience as a Network Administrator or Systems Administrator in hybrid environments

Proficiency in AWS infrastructure (EC2, VPC, Route53, VPN, IAM)

Experience with Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD 1010) or similar firewall platforms

Strong understanding of VPNs, routing, NAT, and tunneling protocols

Experience managing Veeam Backup for AWS or equivalent tools

Familiarity with VMware ESXi environments and virtual machine management

Proficiency in Linux administration (Ubuntu preferred) and SSH key management

Hands‑on experience configuring OpenVPN servers and scripting user management tasks

Strong documentation, organization, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS GovCloud, GitLab infrastructure, or similar DevOps platforms

Familiarity with UniFi network management or Raspberry Pi remote nodes

Working knowledge of physical security systems (e.g., keyfob access, ADT)

AWS or Cisco certifications (Solutions Architect, SysOps, CCNA, or higher)

Why Join This Team?

Work at the intersection of cloud and on‑prem infrastructure supporting real‑world satellite missions

Own critical network systems that bridge space and terrestrial operations

Collaborate with a small, high‑performing engineering team where your work has a direct impact

Grow into advanced roles in CloudOps, Infrastructure Engineering, or DevSecOps as the organization scales

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