Systems Administrator

Job Description

HII-Mission Technologies is looking for a mid to senior level IT Systems Administrator role providing onsite enterprise level IT support for our Kirtland AFB location. The successful candidate for this onsite opportunity will play a major role in supporting the Space Protection and Response solution team maintain several key technologies, to include standalone networks and laboratories. This role will be responsible for providing planning, documenting, installing, provisioning, troubleshooting, backing up, maintaining, and repairing Windows and Linux systems. These physical and virtual systems reside in any combination of cloud, on prem, labs, other. An ideal candidate will possess independence to solve problems, a strong work ethic, and ability to articulate and engage with leadership.  Additionally, candidate should be aware of existing and emerging techniques in the IT field. Majority of work will be performed inside a secure facility. 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Works primarily with unclassified and classified data, networking, and software diagnostics.
• Perform system administration functions on standalone Windows and Linux based operating systems and applications.
• Develop IT operating procedures, techniques, and baseline configuration guides.
• Manage and secure VMWARE virtual images Linux and Windows based systems utilizing STIGs and industry standard practices.
• Perform operations, and maintenance support on standalone Laptop PC and systems.
• Create and distribute operating system image on standalone laptop PCs.
• Install, configure, manage baseline operating systems, and supported applications.
• Support Government mandated IT Security policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• DoD 8570 compliant certification required (SEC+) and computing environment certification required
• Familiarity with Firewall technology & management of private LANs/networks
• Familiarity with network protocols and network management technologies
• Skill utilizing software diagnostic tools and the ability to conduct appropriate troubleshooting processes and conduct appropriate upgrades
• Ability to work independently, be self-directed and make sound decisions based on customer satisfaction
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux Server Operating Systems
• Advanced troubleshooting skills; diagnosing and resolving issues

Preferred Requirements

• Information Technology Degree with 6+ years’ experience
• Certifications: A+ / Security+ / Microsoft / Linux / Cloud / Virtualization
• Interface with Information System Security Managers and Officers in support all applicable IT security policies and procedures.
• Perform media protection in accordance with DOD security policies, and degauss and wipe hard drives as required.
• Perform vulnerability scans of operating system utilizing approved security scanner.
• Resolve IT related Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) and remediate software vulnerabilities via security patching, and specialized software configurations.
• Support Risk Management Framework and assist in security assessment of IT environment as required.

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the Systems Analyst discipline.