Network System Engineer

pFounded in 2018,Aerospacelab is an emerging figure in the aerospace sector, showcasing aremarkable achievement of 8 satellites successfully deployed in orbit. We prideourselves on our dedication to vertical integration and TRL-9 implementation,solidifying our commitment to driving innovation in the space industry. /ppWith our operationsstrategically placed in various locations, including the US, Aerospacelabremains steadfast in its mission to deliver pioneering solutions for ourdiverse customer community. Aerospacelab recently broke ground on itsMegafactory, the world’s third largest satellite manufacturing facility,scheduled to begin operations in 2026. /ph3Job Description /h3pWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Network SystemAdministrator with a strong background in Fortinet and Palo Alto products tojoin our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years ofprofessional experience in network administration, along with fluency in bothEnglish and French. /ph3Responsabilities /h3ullibNetworkManagement: /b /liliDesign,implement, and manage network infrastructure using Fortinet and Palo Altoproducts. /liliConfigureand maintain firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems(IDS/IPS), and other security appliances. /liliMonitornetwork performance and ensure system availability and reliability. /lilibSecurity: /b /liliDevelopand enforce network policies and procedures. /liliPerformregular security assessments and vulnerability testing. /liliRespondto and mitigate network security incidents. /lilibSupport Maintenance: /b /liliProvidetechnical support and troubleshooting for network-related issues. /liliConductregular network maintenance, updates, and upgrades. /liliMaintaindetailed documentation of network configurations, changes, and upgrades. /liliWorkclosely with other IT team members to ensure seamless integration ofnetwork systems. /liliCollaboratewith external vendors and service providers to support and enhancenetwork infrastructure. /liliTrainand support end-users and junior staff on network-related technologiesand best practices. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ullibEducation Certification: /b /liliBachelor’sdegree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. /liliRelevantcertifications (e.g., Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE) are highlydesirable. /lilibExperience: /b /liliMinimumof 4 years of hands-on experience in network administration. /liliProvenexperience with Fortinet and Palo Alto network products. /liliStrongunderstanding of network protocols, firewall management, and networksecurity principles. /li /ulh3Skills /h3ullibTechnicalExpertise: /b /liliIn-depthknowledge and hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls FortiManager,FortiAnalyzer, and other Fortinet security appliances. /liliProficiencyin configuring and managing FortiGate firewall policies, VPNs(site-to-site and remote access), and security profiles. /liliFamiliaritywith Fortinet SD-WAN and integration of Fortinet products in complexnetwork environments. /liliStrongunderstanding and practical experience with Palo Alto firewalls,Panorama management, and GlobalProtect VPN. /liliAbilityto create and manage security policies, configure NAT, and implementadvanced threat prevention features. /liliKnowledgeof App-ID, User-ID, and Content-ID technologies within Palo Altoproducts. /lilibNetworkSecurity: /b /liliThoroughunderstanding of network security concepts, protocols, and bestpractices. /liliExperiencein implementing and managing intrusion detection/prevention systems(IDS/IPS). /liliProficientin performing security assessments, vulnerability testing, andpenetration testing. /lilibNetworkInfrastructure: /b /liliSolidknowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, FTP, etc.)and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP). /liliExperiencewith VLANs, subnetting, and network segmentation. /liliFamiliaritywith wireless networking, load balancers, and proxy servers. /lilibAnalyticaland Problem-Solving: /b /liliStronganalytical skills to diagnose network issues, identify root causes, andimplement effective solutions. /liliAbilityto conduct thorough network performance analysis and optimize networkresources. /liliProficiencyin using network monitoring and diagnostic tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds,PRTG, etc.). /lilibCommunication: /b /liliFluentin both English and French, with excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills. /liliAbilityto explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. /liliExperiencein writing comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams,configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures. /lilibProjectManagement: /b /liliAbilityto manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meetdeadlines. /liliStrongorganizational skills and attention to detail. /liliExperiencein coordinating with cross-functional teams and external vendors. /lilibCustomerService: /b /liliCommitmentto providing high-quality support and assistance to end-users andcolle