Systems Administrator II

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

3d • $78,220 - $91,500

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western U.S. test ranges for the Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract. The Systems 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 provides critical, real-time mission support in a secure, high-pressure operational environment. It administers and sustains work-center systems involving communications distribution, data acquisition, range data transmission, voice, switching, video, telemetry, and situational-awareness data transport. The administrator monitors network operations, maintains availability and data distribution, implements information-assurance requirements, and applies industry practices, manufacturer guidance, DoD policies, and local directives. The position operates under general technical guidance and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.

The work includes system and network administration, troubleshooting, maintenance, policy implementation, infrastructure analysis, and recommendations for corrective actions and improvements. The employee also supports system upgrades and transitions among design, test, production, and documentation environments; coordinates with other organizations affected by upgrades and policy changes; and carries out management initiatives. The position is typically office-based and includes occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds, constant sitting and computer-terminal use, and frequent visual, speech/hearing, and mental demands.

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.
• Experience managing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows Server and Linux environments, including Red Hat and Ubuntu.
• Understanding of LAN/WAN setup, routing protocols, DNS, DHCP, and security implementations such as firewalls and access controls.
• Experience with routine data backups, system monitoring, hardware and software installation, and disaster-recovery operations.
• Familiarity with automation tools and languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Specific experience with Microsoft Windows Server environments and various CAD/CAM, database, Microsoft Office, and web-enabled applications.
• Planning and organizing skills, including the ability to work under deadlines and routinely cross fields while completing varied assignments.
• Ability to update or repair computer systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance; the position requires ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Must possess or be able to obtain CompTIA Security+ within 180 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be willing to work non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and short-notice overtime, to support active missions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating and maintaining Linux, Windows Server, and Juniper equipment.
• Experience with virtual images, VMware, Hyper-V, and adjusting virtual performance.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate Microsoft Windows Server software, including system security, access, configuration, and backups.
• Specify network requirements, monitor LAN performance, troubleshoot network 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 Data Management system, associated databases, and Configuration Management/Data Management release procedures.
• Maintain and design functional, visually attractive web pages.
• Specify hardware requirements and maintain a Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing (CA/CRL) for equipment configurations and identification logs.
• Serve as the point of contact for problem reporting and incremental version updates, and monitor yearly support contracts.
• Recommend future hardware and software implementations and process improvements; schedule, plan, and perform system upgrades and transitions across design, test, production, and documentation environments.
• Provide operational status as required and monitor and report the status of work-center networks.
• Administer, sustain, maintain, and troubleshoot critical work-center systems, networking equipment, communications distribution, data acquisition, and range-data transmission systems.
• Implement and adhere to information-assurance requirements and applicable industry practices, manufacturer data, DoD policies, and local directives.
• Assist with developing, modifying, and reviewing operating instructions for general work-center tasks.
• Analyze infrastructure needs, identify network weaknesses and system-administration problem areas, recommend improvements, and execute corrective actions.
• Resolve simple to complex technical problems under high-pressure, real-time mission constraints.
• Coordinate with other organizations regarding upgrades, capabilities, policies, and procedures, and implement initiatives established by management.
• Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, active on Day 1.
• Dental insurance, active on Day 1.
• 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; JT4 matches 50% 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