Systems Administrator III

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

3d • $85,946 - $103,522

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western U.S. test ranges under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract. 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.

In a real-time mission-support environment, the role administers work-center networks and systems supporting communications switching, voice, video, telemetry, situational-awareness data transport, data acquisition and distribution, and range data transmission. The position provides operational support, monitors network performance and status, maintains and repairs networking equipment, and leads personnel in resolving mission-support anomalies. It also develops and maintains procedures, enforces information assurance requirements, supports customers, and recommends system and process improvements.

The role requires independent work with general technical guidance and considerable latitude, as well as leadership of work-center personnel. The employee must be able to work nonstandard tours that may include nights, weekends, and overtime, sometimes 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.

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 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.
• Knowledge of networking and data-link protocols including IP, Ethernet, Frame Relay, SONET, and T1.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to Top Secret with Special Access and a government security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain government flight-line privileges.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to work nonstandard tours, including nights, weekends, and overtime; overtime may be required on short or no notice.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills, ability to work under deadlines, and ability to routinely cross fields while completing difficult and varied assignments.
• Ability to update or repair computer systems.

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 operation of 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 Data Management system, associated databases, and Configuration Management/Data Management release procedures.
• Maintain and design functional, visually appealing web pages.
• Specify hardware requirements and maintain Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing records 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 across design, test, production, and documentation environments.
• Provide operational status as required and report the status of work-center networks.
• Perform network system administration on work-center communications, data acquisition and distribution, range data transmission, and ancillary equipment systems 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 operational mission support.
• Monitor networks daily; identify administration weaknesses and problem areas; recommend corrective actions; and troubleshoot data and telecommunications networks and equipment.
• Maintain networking equipment, isolate problems, and repair equipment to the lowest repairable unit level.
• Oversee personnel conducting Preventative Maintenance Inspection activities and develop and maintain network PMI procedures as required.
• Develop, modify, and review operating instructions for network and system administration tasks.
• Implement and adhere to information assurance requirements and applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Interface with customers 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 implement management initiatives.
• Update or repair computer systems and routinely work across fields on varied assignments.

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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree