System Administrator III [Clearance w/SCI Required]

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

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As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of security experts, the Systems Administrator (SysAdmin) will configure and maintain critical information systems throughout the system life cycle in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Special Access Program (SAP), and Intelligence Community Directives. The SysAdmin will manage critical information technology infrastructure in support of National Security Space Launch 3 (NSSL-3), NRO, and other government contracts within Blue Origin’s Government Security portfolio. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Secure environment account management, storage management, local authentication support, file server administration, user privileges, group policy, software testing, restoration operations, contingency planning, and backups.
• Installing, configuring, deploying, patching, and removing computer and server hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Troubleshooting computers, servers, virtual machines, and other devices. Apply computing diagnostic techniques to identify problems, investigate and determine root causes, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Maintain automated system for change control and patch management.
• Maintain an inventory of all hardware and software.
• Document general processes and maintain detailed documentation.
• Manage and configure Microsoft Exchange Server, network switches, and virtual machines and environments.
• Provide support outside of regular business hours (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.
• Be available after hours via phone as required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Secure environment account management, storage management, and local authentication support to ensure a flawless user experience
• Administer file server administration, user privileges, and group policy to maintain a secure and efficient network environment
• Conduct software testing and restoration operations to ensure system functionality and data integrity
• Implement contingency planning and backups to safeguard critical information and ensure business continuity
• Install, configure, deploy, patch, and remove computer and server hardware, software, and peripherals to support the organization's IT needs
• Effectively identify and resolve issues with computers, servers, virtual machines, and other devices using advanced diagnostic techniques, ensuring prompt resolution
• Maintain an automated system for change control and patch management to ensure the security and stability of the IT infrastructure
• Keep a detailed inventory of all hardware and software to facilitate efficient asset management
• Document general processes and maintain comprehensive documentation to encourage collaboration and effective communication within the team
• Manage and configure Microsoft Exchange Server, network switches, and virtual machines and environments to support seamless communication and collaboration
• Provide exceptional support outside of regular business hours (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted operations
• Serve on an on-call rotation, being available after hours via phone to address any urgent IT issues
• Communication Security (COMSEC)

Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance and current SCI eligibility
• This position will require a Counterintelligence-Scope Polygraph administered by USG customers
• Proficiency in performing all Security Plus (Security+) type functions to ensure the highest level of cybersecurity
• Current DoD 8570.01-M certification (Level IAT II), or the ability to earn a certification within 30 days of employment, demonstrating your proven expertise in information security
• A minimum of a B.S. degree in information systems or computer science, or equivalent experie