Senior Systems Administrator - China Lake CA
JT4About the role
JT4 China Lake is seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Administrator. This role is responsible for maintaining systems configuration and having hardware/software being compatible to maintain a high level cybersecurity posture. The position will also perform network systems administration.
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JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.
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**An ideal candidate will have an active Secret clearance**
**This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework**
Job Summary -- Essential Functions/Duties
Evaluates system specifications, configures system, establishes standards, insures hardware / software compatibility and maintains workstations and Microsoft (MS) Windows Operating Systems for stable performance.
Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
- Performs the daily operation of MS Win server software to include system security, appropriate access, configuration and backing up the system
- Specifies network requirements, monitors locate area network (LAN) performance, troubleshoots networking hardware and insures system is working properly according to specifications and parameters
- Organizes and secures directory structure and assists / trains staff members in the use of department.
- Document Management (DM) System, associated databases and Configuration Management (CM)/ DM release procedures
- Maintains and designs functional, visually esthetic web pages
- Specifies hardware requirements and provides a Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing (CA/CRL) to track equipment configurations and identification logs
- Serves as point of contact (POC) for problem reporting, incremental version updates and monitors yearly support contract
- Makes recommendations for future hardware / software implementations and related process improvements, schedules, plans and performs system upgrades including the transition from design, test, production and documentation environments
- Provides operational status as required
- Uses established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution.
Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience
A bachelor's degree in associated discipline from an accredited academic institution or equivalent experience through technical training, completion of a recognized certification program, or experience. Requires at least nine years of experience in computer system related areas of expertise and must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.
In addition, a Systems Administrator IV must possess the following qualifications:
- Must have specific experience in the maintenance of Operating Systems and support applications, in a centralized and distributed server environment
- Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.
Other Responsibilities
Will be asked to make functional the initiatives established by management and will coordinate with other organizations as affected by upgrades, capabilities, policy and procedures. Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.
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Salary
The expected salary range for this position is $96,491.20 to $111,491.20 annually.
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