Job ID 10825

Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking a skilled Secure System Administrator to design, implement, secure, and maintain systems and associated applications, services, and components. This is an on-site, non-remote position for our Huntsville, AL location.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including:

• Flexible work schedules that fit your style—every Friday off, every other Friday off, hybrid remote work, or simply traditional hours
• Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event
• Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes
• High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance
• A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!
• Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
• A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
• We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfaction
• Relocation assistance available for most positions

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieves in-depth knowledge of company processes, systems, and networks
• Monitors assigned systems to ensure high availability, optimum performance, and security
• Assists with the day-to-day operational maintenance, support, and upgrades
• Follows established IT policies and procedures to perform audits and ensure compliance
• Ensures data integrity by implementing standard software and hardware solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Willing to perform maintenance and support on systems outside of core hours (on-call) as required
• Occasional travel may be required
• Strong organizational skills, quick learner, and demonstrated problem solver
• Able to apply knowledge to complex, practical situations
• Work well independently and as part of a team while remote from most of the team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with a wide range of internal and external customers
• Ability and desire to continue learning new skills as system needs grow and change
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification that meets or exceeds DoD 8570 IAT Level II (or be able to obtain within a maximum of 30 days after hire)
• Five years of experience in administration of Windows environments and built in roles (i.e. Active Directory, Print, Files, IIS, Group Policy).
• Server and desktop configuration and maintenance experience
• Ability to manage installation and maintenance of monthly security patches
• Active clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree or equivalent experience in information technology, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related computer field
• Experience with automation (patching, scripting, etc)
• Experience with containerized platforms (i.e., Kubernetes, OpenShift)
• Knowledge of DoD Security Requirements within classified spaces
• Understanding of information systems security best practices and use of security tools such as Nessus, SCAP, and applying STIGs
• Experience with one or more of the following would be helpful: Virtualization (VMware), backups (Rubrik), storage (Pure), administration of Jira/Confluence/Bitbucket, MSSQL, SharePoint, Exchange, audio/video systems, and monitoring

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet

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