Jr Windows Systems Administrator

Scientific Research Corporation • Huntsville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SRC is searching for a Junior Windows System Administrator to provide Tier 1 support for Information Technology (IT) systems and desktops, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), patch management, and security to support the installation requirements for United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) command and control facilities. Administers Windows systems and provides installation support at a new facility by engaging with functional area managers (FAMs) and other project and systems engineers to ensure USSPACECOM systems operate at peak functionality.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of experience administering with Windows Server 2016, Server 2019, Windows 10/11 Client systems
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE
• Familiarity with Cyber Security tooling (i.e. HBSS, ACAS and E-SIEM and STIG Process)
• U.S. Citizenship
• U.S. Government Security Clearance at the Secret level with Top Secret / SCI Eligibility

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline preferred; will consider additional years of related experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience IAVM DoD security implementation including STIG and security tools
• Must have experience with implementing cyber-security best practices, familiarity with Nutanix Acropolis HyperVisor (AHV), Prism Elements, and Enterprise Cloud Administration with Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) Certification
• Three years of experience as a systems administrator/engineer in a medium to large Enterprise environment supporting a variety of operating systems
• VMware 7.0 installation, configuration, security hardening and administration
• Three plus years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Systems Administration or equivalent years of experience with Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certificate
• Security-Enhanced (SE) Linux and Red Hat repository administration
• Active Directory Domain Services and Group Policy installation, configuration and administration
• Domain Name System (DNS) and BIND installation and configuration experience including DNSSEC
• Ability to run, build and execute PowerShell scripts for diagnostics, repairs or automation
• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) & Transport Layer Security (TLS) and other cipher suites and how to enforce them for workstations and servers
• Exceptional organizational, verbal and written skills

Responsibilities

• Developing and designing comprehensive system architectures (e.g. VDI, CDI, etc.) that meet USSPACECOM requirements
• Ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and capable of integrating with existing and future USSPACECOM infrastructure
• Implementing and enforcing USSPACECOM cybersecurity protocols and policies within system designs
• Ensuring all systems comply with USSPACECOM regulations, standards, and best practices, including NIST guidelines and other relevant frameworks
• Providing technical leadership to the systems engineering team and other IT staff
• Serving as the subject matter expert on system architecture and information systems management
• Monitoring system performance to identify and resolve issues and improve efficiency
• Implementing optimization strategies to enhance system performance and reliability
• Evaluating and selecting technologies and vendors that align with USSPACECOM criteria and project requirements
• Managing vendor relationships and ensuring they meet contractual obligations and performance standards
• Providing training and knowledge transfer to systems engineers and other relevant personnel
• Ensuring the team is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to maintain and support the systems architecture and IT infrastructure

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) with a company match
• life insurance
• vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service
• 11 paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED