System Administrator II

JT4 • Las Vegas, NV

1d • $32 - $50

About The Position

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 (J-Tech II). The System Administrator II evaluates system specifications, configures systems, establishes standards, ensures hardware and software compatibility, and maintains workstations and Microsoft Windows operating systems for stable performance.

The role operates and secures Microsoft Windows server systems, manages access and configuration, performs backups, monitors and troubleshoots LAN performance, and maintains directory structures. It also supports staff use of the department’s Document Management System, databases, and Configuration Management/Document Management release procedures; maintains web pages; tracks equipment configurations; and serves as a point of contact for problem reporting, version updates, and support contracts. The administrator recommends and coordinates hardware and software implementations and improvements, plans and performs system upgrades across design, test, production, and documentation environments, and reports operational status.

Assignments are complex and varied, requiring originality, ingenuity, independent contribution, and minimal supervision. The position supports a federal government contract requiring U.S. citizenship. Work is typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic or technical training.
• Five years of related experience, or a combination of experience in computer system basics and related areas of expertise.
• Broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.
• Specific experience using Microsoft Windows server environments and various CAD/CAM, database, Microsoft Office, and web-enabled applications.
• Planning and organizing skills and the ability to work under deadlines.
• Ability to routinely work across fields on somewhat difficult and varied assignments.
• Ability to update or repair computer systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• U.S. citizenship, as required by the supporting federal government contract.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate system specifications, configure systems, establish standards, ensure hardware and software compatibility, and maintain workstations and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Operate Microsoft Windows server software, including system security, access control, configuration, and backups.
• Specify network requirements, monitor LAN performance, troubleshoot networking hardware, and ensure systems operate according to specifications and parameters.
• Organize and secure directory structures and assist or train staff in using the department’s Document Management System, associated databases, and Configuration Management/Document Management release procedures.
• Maintain and design functional, visually appealing web pages.
• Specify hardware requirements and provide a Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing to track equipment configurations and identification logs.
• Serve as the point of contact for problem reporting and incremental version updates, and monitor the yearly support contract.
• Recommend future hardware and software implementations and process improvements.
• Schedule, plan, and perform system upgrades, including transitions among design, test, production, and documentation environments.
• Provide operational status as required.
• Make management-established initiatives functional and coordinate with affected organizations regarding upgrades, capabilities, policies, and procedures.
• Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match: 50% match up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree