Grant-Funded Systems Administrator (IT Security & Data)

Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP); Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) is seeking a Systems Administrator to maintain and secure all MICOP IT systems, install security measures, and collaborate with a data consultant to meet IT security needs. The role supports staff across programs and ensures safe data retention and destruction.

Responsibilities include system maintenance, data protection, user support, documentation, and disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a Systems Administrator or in a similar role.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or MCSA are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• System and Network Maintenance: Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, servers, networks, and other IT infrastructure components to assure data security.
• Security and Data Protection: Implement and maintain security measures to protect systems, networks, and data from threats; perform regular data backups.
• User Support: Provide technical support to end-users, assist with system access and permissions, and resolve issues promptly.
• Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain documentation of IT systems, network configurations, and SOPs; track asset licenses and reports.
• IT Infrastructure Planning: Collaborate to develop IT data security strategies and optimize performance and cost.
• IT Policies and Compliance: Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and IT operations standards; enforce policies.
• Training and Knowledge Sharing: Conduct training sessions on IT best practices and secure data retention protocols.
• Vendor Management: Manage relations with IT vendors and procurement; ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Windows

Linux

Virtualization

Security tools

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Brivo access control

SaaS applications

Job description

Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) is seeking a Systems Administrator to maintain and secure all MICOP IT systems, install security measures, and collaborate with a data consultant to meet IT security needs. The role supports staff across programs and ensures safe data retention and destruction.

Responsibilities include system maintenance, data protection, user support, documentation, and disaster recovery planning.