Systems Administrator (BT-24180)

The Systems Administrator will support the Space Force contract in Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Microsoft 2003/2008/2016 systems administrator duties for a complex virtual enclave computing environment.
• Analyze, log, track and resolve complex software/hardware anomalies pertaining to networking connectivity, printers, servers, and applications to meet mission needs.
• Coordinate/oversee hardware/software installations and upgrades to ensure work is properly performed in accordance with company/Space Force policy.
• Organize, coordinate, and monitor troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common system problems; documents system events to ensure continuous functioning.
• Recommend course of action and implement as approved.
• Perform system backups and standard administrator duties.
• Interface with all levels of RGNext, Space Force, Department of Defense, Eastern Range customers and management.
• Review system logs for vulnerability optimization and suggest improvements and initiatives as appropriate.
• Conduct Information Assurance Assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization.
• DoD 8570 Certification (Security+ CE or CISSP or CASP), or ability to obtain and maintain certification within six months of employment.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of information systems, information technology, computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, or electrical engineering.
• Must have 2+ years of recent and related work experience in system administration and related information systems, computer/network security.
• Ability to analyze, provide and implement solutions for, and document, hardware, and software problems.
• Experience troubleshooting problems in a large complex environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008/2016 systems administration and networking.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • San technology - storage - switches - Fiber channel and iSCSI
  • Windows 2000, NT, XP, Win 7,and Win 10
  • Windows 2008/2016 Active Directory administration
  • VMWare Data Center Virtualization technology.
  • Red Hat Linux 5 and its CLI.
  • Juniper Firewalls.
  • Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) Virtual Address Extended (VAX) Model 3800 computers and DEC Model 550 terminal server.
  • DEC VAX/Virtual Memory System (VMS) operating system (version 6.1).
  • Fortran 77.
  • American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) files.
  • Basic Cisco IOS commands.
• Experience with installing, configuring, and troubleshooting O/S and server applications such as IIS, SharePoint, and MS SQL server.
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting O/S and server applications such as IIS, SharePoint, and MS SQL server.
• Knowledge of
  • Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) Virtual Address Extended (VAX) Model 3800 computers and DEC Model 550 terminal server
  • DEC VAX/Virtual Memory System (VMS) operating system (version 6.1)
  • Fortran 77
  • American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) files
  • Cisco IOS commands
• Unix system administration experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of data communications protocols (TCP/IP); principles and practices of security implementation in the areas of data communications and information systems; PKI, data encryption, and encryption equipment, Firewalls; Air Force, and Department of Defense security regulations, and perimeter protection, preferred.
• Familiar with Information Technology on the eastern range; networks, servers, PCs, network interfaces, security concerns and postures, preferred.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite.
• This position may require some travel.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, and flexible work schedules (when available). We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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