Principal Systems Administrator VI

 

MIT Lincoln Laboratory sits at the intersection of academia, industry, and government. Our nationally-recognized staff work collaboratively to solve some of the nation’s most challenging problems. As part of the ISR and Tactical Systems Division, we team broadly across MIT Lincoln Laboratory to address a wide variety of problems through analysis, design, prototyping, and testing. Our teaming culture energizes our staff and fosters a high level of collaboration among a wide array of skills and experience levels. In addition, the group values work-life balance, using hybrid arrangements and flexible schedules to maximize productivity.

 

The Embedded and Open Systems Group applies our expertise to developing software and processing architectures for aircraft, ground vehicles, unmanned systems, sensors, radios of all sizes, ground stations, and bases operating across the globe. We develop cutting-edge solutions for the nation's needs in the areas of embedded computing, distributed systems and global battle management for the future. We succeed by participating in all program phases of system analysis, architecture definition, design, prototyping, field testing, and ultimately the transfer of our technology. We get to see our technology make its way from early concepts all the way to flying on test aircraft or fielded at test sites.

 

The group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We understand that a diverse workplace fosters a creative and productive atmosphere and we are dedicated to making sure that every staff member in the group is supported in their work and that every voice is heard. The Laboratory sponsors resource groups and events dedicated to a wide variety of identities.

 

Position Description

 

We need talented, experienced IT Systems Administrator Level VI who can bring fresh ideas and is capable of managing a small IT team and operate in a highly autonomous manner with minimal technical supervision to support unclassified and classified computing needs.  To be successful in this position, you must be versatile, innovative, self-disciplined, and highly collaborative in high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams spanning MIT LL and the broader Department of Defense (DoD) community.

 

What you’ll do

 

• Plan, organize, lead, and manage Group IT resources, and to make appropriate resource assignments to effectively and efficiently execute the day-to-day activities that drive business results across Group 102 programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the infrastructure strategy, architecture, service delivery standards and procedures across the group
• Work closely with Division 10 IT to shape Division-wide IT Policy and IT strategy
• Lead Group IT infrastructure projects from conception to completion, including planning, execution, and delivery
• Utilize project management tools to track progress, manage resources, and ensure timely completion of projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects that meet business requirements and objectives
• Lead and mentor a team of system administrators, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for IT infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Act as a technical advisor and leader in resolving complex system issues and challenges

 

To be successful in this role you will need

 

• Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related
• 10+ years of experience in system administration in both a Windows and Linux environment
• Experience managing and leading a small team
• Experience with DoD IT security requirements and procedures
• Proven track record of successfully managing IT infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ab