Incident Response Analyst II at Astra

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Data Center, Cloud Computing, IT OperationsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 2–5 years of experience in a data center operations center, NOC/SOC, monitoring environment, or incident management role
  • Basic understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, WAN/LAN concepts) and server or hardware components (CPU, memory, storage)
  • Ability to interpret system alerts, analyze issues, and perform initial triage
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently, meet goals, and maintain attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization, including with clients, while being a collaborative team player
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a Data Center, NOC, SOC, or similar operations command center environment
  • Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Everbridge, DCIM systems, monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, Nagios, Grafana, etc.), and CCTV monitoring tools
  • Experience writing incident reports or post-incident reviews
  • Exposure to cloud platforms such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Knowledge of ITIL processes, especially Incident, Problem, and Change Management
  • Strong situational awareness and ability to manage multiple priorities during critical events
  • Effective collaboration skills when working with cross-functional support teams

Responsibilities

  • Monitor alarms and alerts across data center infrastructure, including network and server devices, hardware health indicators (disk usage, temperature, etc.), WAN circuits, local connectivity, and facility environmental systems such as temperature, humidity, power, racks, and PDUs
  • Monitor Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), cloud dashboards, and relevant monitoring tools for system health and service availability
  • Assess external risks such as natural events (floods, earthquakes, fires, severe weather) that may impact data center operations
  • Monitor and review CCTV activity for security events within data center facilities
  • Validate, investigate, and analyze alerts to determine impact and urgency
  • Create, update, and manage incident tickets using Jira or similar ITSM platforms
  • Escalate incidents promptly to cross-functional teams including Network, Compute, Storage, Facilities, Security, and Cloud teams
  • Communicate incident updates and notifications using tools such as Everbridge and email
  • Prepare Post-Incident Reviews (PIRs), document timelines, and maintain accurate incident records and handover notes
  • Review and track vendor emails regarding planned maintenance, emergency changes, and service advisories
  • Maintain documentation including SOPs, process updates, and knowledge base articles
  • Utilize DCIM systems, monitoring tools, CCTV platforms, and communication systems to support daily operations

Skills

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
OCI
Jira
ITSM
Everbridge
DCIM
CCTV
TCP/IP
routing
WAN
LAN
incident management
monitoring tools
Post-Incident Reviews
PIRs

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$291.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive Medical (HMO & PPO)/Dental/Vision plans
Company paid Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability plans
401K with company match
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter benefits
Caregiving support benefits
Company perks, like PetPlan, curated gym/travel/products discounts
Free lunch
Company events

Risks

Going private may limit Astra's access to public capital markets.
Astra faces financial instability due to liquidity crunch and high cost of capital.
Intensifying competition in the small satellite launch market could impact Astra's market share.

Differentiation

Astra offers cost-effective launch services for small satellite payloads.
The company focuses on agile rockets for frequent access to space.
Astra provides online reservations for payload deliveries to various orbits.

Upsides

Growing demand for small satellite constellations aligns with Astra's business model.
U.S. government investment in space technology presents contract opportunities for Astra.
Astra's reusable rocket technology could lead to significant cost reductions.

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