Systems Administrator III

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

3d

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Systems Administrator III 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 system and network administration in a real-time mission support environment. It covers communications, switching, video, telemetry, situational-awareness data transport, data acquisition and distribution, range data transmission, and related equipment. The administrator monitors networks, troubleshoots and repairs equipment, supports operational missions, enforces information assurance requirements, and leads work center personnel in resolving anomalies and carrying out maintenance. The position also develops and maintains operating instructions and preventative maintenance procedures, provides network status, coordinates with customers and other organizations, and recommends corrective actions and system improvements.

The role requires independent work under general technical guidance, as well as leading and collaborating with work center personnel. The candidate must be prepared to support real-time operations and work nonstandard tours, including nights, weekends, and overtime, which may be required on short or no notice. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to Top Secret with Special Access, CompTIA Security+ certification, and government flight line privileges. It is in support of a Federal Government Contract requiring U.S. citizenship.

The working environment is typical of an office, with no unusual hazards. Work includes occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, constant sitting and computer-terminal use, and constant use of sight, speech, hearing, and mental alertness.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic or technical training.
• Seven 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 and 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 DoD security clearance up to Top Secret with Special Access.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Knowledge of networking and data link protocols such as IP, Ethernet, Frame-Relay, SONET, and T1.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain government flight line privileges.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Willingness to work nonstandard tours, including nights, weekends, and overtime; overtime may be required on short or no notice.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating and maintaining Marconi, Juniper, and ADC Telecommunications equipment.
• Experience operating and maintaining voice communication distribution system equipment.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations of Microsoft Windows server software, including system security, access control, 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 aesthetic web pages.
• Specify hardware requirements and maintain Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listings (CA/CRL) to track 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, including transitions across design, test, production, and documentation environments.
• Provide operational status as required.
• Administer work center networks and systems, including communications distribution, data acquisition and distribution, range data transmission, and ancillary equipment, in accordance with industry practices, manufacturer data, DoD policies, and local directives.
• Lead work center personnel in resolving real-time mission support anomalies and accomplishing real-time operational mission support.
• Perform daily network monitoring and report the status of work center networks.
• Implement and enforce new and updated network system administration policies; identify weaknesses and problem areas and recommend corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot data and telecommunications networks and equipment; maintain networking equipment, isolate problems, and repair equipment to the lowest repairable unit level.
• Oversee preventative maintenance inspection activities on applicable networking equipment and develop and maintain network PMI procedures as required.
• Develop, modify, and review operating instructions for general network and system administration tasks.
• Implement and adhere to information assurance requirements.
• Interface with customers as needed and resolve simple to complex problems in a high-pressure, real-time mission environment.
• Coordinate with other organizations regarding upgrades, capabilities, policies, and procedures, and make management-established initiatives functional.
• Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits 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