Systems Administrator - China Lake CA

JT4•Ridgecrest, CA

8h•$85,946 - $100,946•Onsite

About The Position

JT4 China Lake is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to perform operations in systems security, access, configuration of the systems, and to ensure hardware/software compatibility. JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. An ideal candidate will have an active Secret clearance. This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework.

Requirements

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training.
Possess seven years related experience or combination of experience in computer system basics and/or related areas of expertise.
Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.
Must have specific experience in the use of MS window server environments and various computer-aided design / computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), database, MS Office and Web enabled applications
Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines
Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments
Must be capable of updating or repairing computer systems
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.
Tasking is in support of a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

An ideal candidate will have an active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Performs the daily operation of MS Win server software to include system security, appropriate access, configuration and backing up the system
Specifies network requirements, monitors locate area network (LAN) performance, troubleshoots networking hardware and insures system is working properly according to specifications and parameters
Organizes and secures directory structure and assists/trains staff members in the use of department. Document Management (DM) System, associated databases and Configuration Management (CM)/DM release procedures
Maintains and designs functional, visually esthetic web pages
Specifies hardware requirements and provides a Computer Authorization and Custodial Receipt Listing (CA/CRL) to track equipment configurations and identification logs
Serves as point of contact (POC) for problem reporting, incremental version updates and monitors yearly support contract
Makes recommendations for future hardware/software implementations and related process improvements, schedules, plans and performs system upgrades including the transition from design, test, production and documentation environments
Provides operational status as required
Uses established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution
Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.