System Administrator - Mid-Level

System Administrator - Mid-Level

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION:  Current CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent

TRAVEL: 15%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an SE-3 System Administrator located at Eglin AFB, FL. This position provides support to the 96th Cyberspace Test Group, 46th Test Squadron, Tactical Data Links Test Flight at Eglin AFB as a member of the Advanced Programs Lab (APL) system administration team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and 3-10 years of relevant experience.
• Active DoD SECRET security clearance adjudicated within the past 5 years. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access as required
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Expertise in applying RMF controls and implementation of STIGs and SCAP Benchmarks
• Recent experience with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (i.e. Windows 11), local group policies, and patching and upgrading
• Expertise with building Windows systems and troubleshooting IT hardware and software issues
• Highly motivated, detailed-oriented, and capable of working tasks efficiently
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments, self-start with initiative, and bring energy and curiosity to challenges
• Ability to communicate and present technical details, both written and verbally
• Ability to work in an agile environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Ability to develop solutions to complex problems requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity
• Ability to travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other location up to 15%
• Strong work ethic; Must be comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 40lbs unassisted
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS  

• Current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance highly desired
• Basic networking (routing/switching/ VLANS/firewalls/protocols) hardware and configuration
• Linux OS (RHEL, Ubuntu, Fedora) operation and configuration
• Docker/Podman container environment integration
• Working in Special Access Programs Facilities (SAP-F) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide system administrator support to include troubleshooting desktop workstations, replacing or upgrading hardware and software, user account and file permission management.
• Work with a team to troubleshoot and apply innovative approaches to resolve unusual/complex issues
• Ensure compliance with Defense Information System Agency (DISA) guidelines, USAF security updates and cybersecurity policies and procedures on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Build and support physical and virtual host environments.
• Responsible for the functionality and performance of lab hardware and software systems.
• Perform program scripting in PowerShell to support system automation.
• Create and manage system user accounts in accordance with policies and directives.
• Employ local group policy management and file share, system, and account administration
• Perform regular Nessus security scanning, system patching, and vulnerability remediation to maintain a high-security posture on offline platform IT and prototype systems
• Perform hardware diagnostic testing of offline equipment; schedules and performs preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Documents all preventive maintenance actions, troubleshooting efforts, repairs, and related daily activities using established logs and databases.
•  Develop and document systems administration standard operating procedures.
• Support DT&E enclave assessment and authorization IAW applicable DoD and AF instructions.
• Any other related duties as directed.