Senior IT Systems Administrator

Scout Space•Reston, VA

7d•$120,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward. Scout is seeking a skilled Senior IT Systems Administrator to lead the design, implementation, and management of our internal IT systems as we transition from third-party managed services to a scalable in-house capability. This role will be responsible for establishing core IT functions, supporting a growing workforce, and helping build the infrastructure that enables Scout’s next phase of growth. The ideal candidate is equally capable providing hands-on technical support, managing external technology partners, and driving strategic IT initiatives. This individual will also play a key role supporting our CMMC compliance efforts and helping stand up infrastructure for Scout’s expanding facilities and operations. This is a hybrid position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field OR in lieu of a degree 4+ additional years of experience
5+ years of experience in IT administration, systems administration, or technical support
Experience building or significantly expanding internal IT capabilities within a growing organization
Experience working with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and third-party technology vendors
Experience with CMMC and other similar compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, ISO27001)
Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, security principles, and IT operations
Experience administering both Windows and Linux environments
Proficiency in managing AWS cloud services
Experience supporting Microsoft Azure/GCC High environment
Exceptional troubleshooting, communication, and problem solving skills
Eligible to hold a clearance

Nice To Haves

Certified CMMC Professional certification
Familiarity with government contracting IT requirements
ITIL certification or knowledge of ITIL frameworks

Responsibilities

Establish and manage internal IT operations, including documentation, policies, procedures, and asset management processes
Build and mature Scout's in-house IT support capability while maintaining strong working relationships with our Managed Service Provider (MSP), CMMC consultants, and other technology partners
Provide first-line IT support for employees, troubleshooting hardware, software, and networking, and access issues
Design, implement, and maintain IT security controls aligned with NIST, CMMC, and other applicable cybersecurity frameworks
Administer and maintain company hardware, networks, and cloud infrastructure
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across company systems
Evaluate, implement, and support new IT systems, tools, and technologies as the company grows
Support the design and deployment of IT infrastructure for Scout's new facility
Participate in CMMC preparation, assessment, and certification activities
Deliver occasional cyber security awareness and IT training to team members
Maintain IT inventory, lifecycle management, and configuration management processes