Hybrid Systems Administrator & Cybersecurity Engineer

Assn of Univ for Res in Astronomy, Inc.; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The National Solar Observatory, based in Boulder, CO, seeks a dual-role Systems Administrator and Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen IT infrastructure, protect critical systems, and lead security-focused projects. The position blends high-visibility IT initiatives with robust cyber defense for a mission-driven research environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with Linux, Windows, and Mac OS X, plus hands-on cyber threat analysis, vulnerability management, and incident

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux, Windows and Mac OS X systems.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies and controls.
• Manage server OS, VM, DNS/DHCP/LDAP and AD.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware/software issues across OSs.
• Maintain documentation and asset classification.
• Engage in vulnerability assessments and incident response.

Skills

Linux

Windows

Mac OS X

Analytical ability

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

Tools

SIEM platforms

Job description

The National Solar Observatory, based in Boulder, CO, seeks a dual-role Systems Administrator and Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen IT infrastructure, protect critical systems, and lead security-focused projects. The position blends high-visibility IT initiatives with robust cyber defense for a mission-driven research environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with Linux, Windows, and Mac OS X, plus hands-on cyber threat analysis, vulnerability management, and incident