Systems Administrator- China Lake

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.

JT4 China Lake is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to perform operations in systems security, access, configuration of the systems, and to ensure hardware/software compatibility.

**An ideal candidate will have an active Secret clearance**

**This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework**

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Evaluates system specifications, configures system, establishes standards, ensures 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 local area network (LAN) performance, troubleshoots networking hardware and ensures 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

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training. Possess five (5) years related experience or combination of experience in computer system basics and/or related areas of expertise. Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.

In addition, a Systems Administrator II must possess the following qualifications:

• Must have specific experience in the use of MS window server environments and various computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), database, MS Office and Web enabled applications
• Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines
• Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments
• Must be capable of updating or repairing computer systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.

SALARY

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance