Defense Lab Systems Administrator: IT & Security Focus

New Directions Technologies, Inc; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Labs Systems Administrator to support DoD lab environments at China Lake, CA. You will install and troubleshoot DoD computing equipment, provide user support, perform backups, and manage lab networks and software applications.

The role requires experience with Windows Server environments, vulnerability assessment tools, and open/server Linux systems. Willingness to work varied shifts and obtain security clearances is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in a related field; combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• COMSEC briefing and certification required.
• Windows OS Certification within 6 months of start date.
• DoD Directive 8140 certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot and repair DoD computing equipment and workstations (networked and stand-alone).
• Provide front-facing user support for computers or applications software.
• Perform routine backups across multiple platforms.
• Provide direct and remote support for network and desktop hardware/software.
• Assist Lab users and diagnose IT problems; develop and implement solutions.
• Manage and operate Lab communications and internal networks; develop software/database apps.
• Install software, enforce security procedures, ensure backups and monitor network performance.
• Suggest improvements to Lab Systems Administration processes.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IT duties and Lab operations.
• Lead proactive IT projects within the Lab environment.
• Provide vulnerability patching and remediation.
• Support Enterprise Services with system requirements for site network repairs/upgrades.
• Perform test support and maintenance of Secure Defense R&D Network platform.
• Support lab schedules across morning and evening shifts.

Skills

Windows Server Admin

Vulnerability scanning

OpenVMS/Linux/Unix

Security certs

DoD 8140 knowledge

Education

BS in a related field

Ability to obtain security clearance

COMSEC briefing and certification

Windows OS Certification within 6 months

DoD Directive 8140 certs

Job description

New Directions Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Labs Systems Administrator to support DoD lab environments at China Lake, CA. You will install and troubleshoot DoD computing equipment, provide user support, perform backups, and manage lab networks and software applications.

The role requires experience with Windows Server environments, vulnerability assessment tools, and open/server Linux systems. Willingness to work varied shifts and obtain security clearances is essential.