Systems Administrator II

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

10h • $78,500 - $100,000

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western U.S. test ranges for the Air Force and Navy through the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). 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 performs daily operations of Microsoft Windows server software, including system security, access control, configuration, and backups. It also supports LAN performance and troubleshooting, directory structures, department data management systems and associated databases, configuration and data management release procedures, and functional web pages. The administrator specifies and tracks hardware, serves as a contact for problem reporting and version updates, monitors support contracts, recommends future implementations and process improvements, and plans and performs system upgrades across design, test, production, and documentation environments. The position provides operational status as required and completes complex assignments under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution.

The position supports a Federal Government contract and requires U.S. citizenship. Work is typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds is required, along with constant sitting, computer-terminal use, visual work, communication, and mental alertness.

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/or 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, including the ability to work under deadlines.
• Ability to routinely cross fields to complete 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations of Microsoft Windows server software, including security, access, configuration, and backups.
• Specify network requirements, monitor LAN performance, troubleshoot networking hardware, and verify systems operate according to specifications and parameters.
• Organize and secure directory structures and assist or train staff in the department Data Management System, associated databases, and Configuration Management/Data Management release procedures.
• Maintain and design functional, visually aesthetic web pages.
• Specify hardware requirements and provide a Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing (CA/CRL) 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 related process improvements.
• Schedule, plan, and perform system upgrades, including transitions among design, test, production, and documentation environments.
• Provide operational status as required.
• Complete complex assignments using established policies, procedures, and subject-matter knowledge, with minimum supervision and considerable latitude for independent contribution.
• Implement initiatives established by management and coordinate with other organizations affected by upgrades, capabilities, policies, and procedures.
• 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