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Saab Global
Installation in HQ

Senior Information Systems Professional

East Syracuse NY or East Syracuse NY,
United States of America
Closing date: 31 January 2025

Job Description:

Saab is currently seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Senior Information Systems Professional to maintain and support out corporate infrastructure in a distributed team organization with global footprint.  This position will be responsible for complex infrastructure hardware and software and analytical activities associated with the technical areas such as, but not limited to, infrastructure design, networking (LAN\WAN\Wireless), cybersecurity, third party products, implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance or operations/user support.

We are looking for a self-starter, who loves the challenge of solving problems and building solutions to help the company scale. You are motivated to help yourself and the team grow!

Responsibilities:

  • Providing security and network support for physical networking and firewall services.

  • Ensuring infrastructure reliability and availability through well-planned and implemented solutions.

  • Developing, maintaining, and supporting corporate infrastructure.

  • Monitoring the automation of network deployment and configuration.

  • Configuring and monitoring network security layers.

  • Monitoring integration with other software-defined networking technologies.

  • Improving network manageability and scalability.

  • Provide general systems support to internal/external customers.

  • Maintain virtualized environments consisting of Windows and Linux OS(s).

  • Setup and maintenance of automated manufacturing environments.

  • Patch management and vulnerability remediation.

  • Datacenter management.

  • Day-to-day end user support.

Compensation Range: $85,000- $106,200

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in an information technology or a computer science discipline or related discipline or 4+ years relevant experience.

  • General understanding of the following skills: TCP/IP, IPv4, Routing, Switching, VLANs, Next Generation Firewalls, Load Balancers, VMware vSphere, Linux OS, VPN and Wireless.

  • Network Security, Zero Trust Architecture.

  • Familiar with equipment from the following vendors: Aruba, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Citrix, VMware ESX, VMware NSX, ForeScout.

Helpful Skills

  • Dynamic Routing Protocols, NAC, SD-WAN, SSL, PKI.

  • Industry 4.0 technologies, IoT components, their communication and integration.

  • Network Monitoring technologies.

  • Scripting and automation.

  • Azure networking and security.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team building experience working in an international environment.

  • Ability to effectively define problems, collect facts, analyze solutions, drive and lead change.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

  • Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

  • Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

  • 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

  • Tuition assistance

  • Student loan assistance

  • Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

  • Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.