Highlights
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 $93,000.00- $139,000.00/ 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. About us: At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Carlsbad, California |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Telecommunications Services |
| Salary | $75,000–$118,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1986 |
| Website | http://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat |
Description
About us:
At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.
We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals. When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action.
What you'll do:Join an innovative IT support team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. You will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of both classified and unclassified environments. This position reports to our IT Service Operations Manager and is accountable to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for security and compliance. We offer a fast-paced environment where your growth is prioritized through hands-on experience with modern technologies and platforms.
The day-to-day:- Provide end-user support for classified and unclassified requests.
- Execute client system deployments and hardware refreshes.
- Perform secure data transfers between isolated networks.
- Manage user accounts and access controls in accordance with policies.
- Conduct software evaluations and provide technical application support.
- Maintain hardware inventory and detailed system documentation.
- Ensure all technical activities align with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ISSM established guidelines.
Additional Details
- This position is site-based. Site‑based employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five‑day work week. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams. Relocation assistance is available pending eligibility.
Education: Completion of Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology or a related field.
- Experience: This role is intended for someone with 0-3 years of full-time, relevant industry experience.
- Citizenship: This position requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Clearance: This position requires an Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
- Additional:
- Familiarity with Windows 10/11 and Active Directory.
- Knowledge of NIST 800-53 or NIST 800-171 requirements.
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds for hardware deployments.
- 1+ years of experience working in classified IT/technical support.
- Experience with imaging tools and automated deployment software.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with Linux, Mac, or virtualization technologies.
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.
About Company
Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets
Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales
ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.
Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.
Products:
- Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
- Satellite antenna systems
- Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
- Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
- Mobile IP networking for soldiers
- Communication microprocessor chipsets
- Application and communication acceleration
- Satellite network and RF system design
- Communication simulation and training systems
Services:
- Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
- Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:
- World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
- Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
- Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
- Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
- Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
- Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
- TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
- Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
- San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
- Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
- Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
- Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
- Defense Systems "Super 75"
- DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
- DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
- Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
- Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996
- See What We Do at ViaSat - an Interactive Graphic
- Read Recent Articles About ViaSat
Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales
The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).
HistoryViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.
To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.