SATCOM Systems Administrator

Apogee Engineering, LLC • Wahiawa, HI

4d • $100,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Apogee is hiring a SATCOM Systems Administrator, Journeyman, to perform daily systems analysis, customer and contractor training, systems administration, and hardware maintenance. The role includes systems and database analysis and management, as well as configuration of operating systems, software applications, Active Directory domains, and databases supporting Wideband Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Operations and Technical Support (WSOTS). The administrator also analyzes Risk Management Framework (RMF) Information Assurance (IA) security requirements for complex DoD computer systems.

This is a full-time, onsite position in Wahiawa, Hawaii. Staff provide 24/7/365 coverage on a 12-hour shift schedule, with an expected split of 30% dayshift and 70% shiftwork. Travel of up to 10% may be required. The stated pay range is USD $100,000–$110,000 per year.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Must obtain CompTIA Security+ certification within 90 days of hire.
• High school diploma.
• At least 5 years of SATCOM experience in DoD or military domains.
• Experience maintaining access to SIPR/NIPR networks.
• Experience managing computer networks, particularly Windows and Active Directory domain environments.
• Ability to work and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Self-starter who is efficient in achieving goals and proactive in pursuing subsequent tasks.
• Experience using IT tools to manage and troubleshoot complex computer networks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher.
• Experience conducting performance analysis on Common Network Planning System (CNPS) and SolarWinds application software, and on TCP/IP, FTP, and SNMP network protocols.
• Experience maintaining firewall rule sets and related parameters, using Intrusion Detection Software (IDS), reviewing audit logs, and taking corrective action when an intrusion is detected.
• Experience following reconfiguration and analyzing satellite and network performance to confirm reconfiguration effectiveness and identify anomalies.
• Experience with Cisco products, virtualization tools, and implementation.
• Security administration experience supporting RMF requirements.
• Working knowledge of RMF and cybersecurity requirements.
• Previous experience supporting DoD or government customers.
• Experience with continuous integration, build management, and/or automated test frameworks.
• Hardware/software requirement verification or system validation experience.
• Scripting experience with Bash/Shell, Python, or Perl.

Responsibilities

• Perform performance analysis on Windows 2012/16 Server and Windows 7/10 operating systems.
• Provide administration support to site SIPR and NIPR network communication systems.
• Review audit, security, and application logs daily; identify problem areas or trends, take appropriate action, and generate required reports.
• Maintain hardware, including Dell servers, RAID disk configurations, PCs, and Cisco networking hardware, WANs, and LANs; document deficiencies affecting performance or effectiveness.
• Manage accounts, PKI certificates, and LDAP configuration and administration.

What This Job Offers

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