Systems Administrator III - Kaena Point SatelliteTracking Station

AeroVironment

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Establishes and maintains smooth operation of computer NIPR, SIPR and Mission systems (to include operating systems, software and hardware) in networked or stand-alone configurations, maintains system integrity, and upgrades systems and/or servers as required. May create and document new methods supporting network/system operations and implement changes to procedures. Consults with support teams, help desks, customers and other technical staff in the resolution of problems, coordinates and performs operation and/or maintenance activities for networks/servers, identifies recurring problems and recommends steps to reduce the severity or frequency of problems. May plan for the transition of development and/or production environments to new technologies, utilize system software to monitor the performance of system files, manage system data to maintain performance efficiencies and/or study system requirements to determine proper server installation methods and procedures.

Requirements

• Must possess an active DoD SECRET clearance, or higher.
• Must have one of the following DoD 8140.03 compliant certifications CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GICSP, GSEC or SSCP or be able to obtain within 60 days of starting work.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/System Administration with 5 years of experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Must possess strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to work and interface with associate contractors, military personnel, and the Government customer.
• Must have proficiency in managing and troubleshooting various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and Unix.
• Must have strong understanding of network protocols, configuration, and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Must have experience with server hardware, virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Must have knowledge of security best practices, firewalls, VPNs, and data protection.
• Must have proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automating tasks.
• Must have experience with backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and execution.
• ITAR U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains smooth operation of computer NIPR, SIPR and Mission systems
• Maintains system integrity
• Upgrades systems and/or servers as required
• Creates and documents new methods supporting network/system operations
• Implements changes to procedures
• Consults with support teams, help desks, customers and other technical staff in the resolution of problems
• Coordinates and performs operation and/or maintenance activities for networks/servers
• Identifies recurring problems and recommends steps to reduce the severity or frequency of problems
• Plans for the transition of development and/or production environments to new technologies
• Utilizes system software to monitor the performance of system files
• Manages system data to maintain performance efficiencies
• Studies system requirements to determine proper server installation methods and procedures

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
• We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level