Mid-Level Systems Administrator

i3

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Long-term financial security

Higher job satisfaction

Greater job security

Personal and professional growth

Great company culture

Excellent insurance coverage

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Health and wellness incentives

Tuition and certification reimbusement

i3 Cares community initiatives

Job summary

i3 is recruiting an IT Systems Administrator in Huntsville, AL to manage cloud and on-site IT infrastructure. You will configure virtual and physical machines, apply DISA STIGs, and support RMF accreditation throughout the environment.

The role requires Windows Server, Active Directory, PowerShell, and Azure/Azure DevOps experience, with DoD security clearance or ability to obtain one. Strong customer service and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
2-7 years of relevant IT experience.
Experience with Windows Server installation/configuration.
Experience with Active Directory and group policy management.
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting.
Knowledge of O365, SharePoint, and Azure services.
Certifications: Security+ CE and MCP/MCSA preferred.
Experience with VMware, Linux is a plus.
DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise for information system components, infrastructure integration and maintenance to meet security requirements.
Deliver direct customer service and technical support to local and remote users.
Configure IT infrastructure according to best practices and DISA STIGs.
Maintain server/system security and RMF accreditation artifacts.
Monitor and maintain systems, networks and databases for security and performance.
Install software, updates, patches, and upgrades.
Manage ADS or Azure DevOps Server repositories and deployments.
Guide programming staff on branching, merging, and tools use.
Coordinate OS, middleware, and database patching with teams.
Mentor junior team members and provide end-user training.

Skills

Cloud & on-site administration

Windows Server

Active Directory

PowerShell

O365/SharePoint/Azure

Azure DevOps Server

Group Policy

VMware

Security+

DoD RMF/SSP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems / IT / CS

Tools

Azure DevOps Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

Job description

Overview

Performs administration of cloud and on-site technologies and provides end-to-end solutions for IT Systems. Creates and configures virtual and physical machines in a multi-platform environment. Monitors system performance and addresses any issues through an effective support process.

Pay Range

$68,500-110,000 The pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, geographic location, and any applicable laws.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise supporting information system components, infrastructure integration and maintenance to satisfy system security requirements for several stakeholders.
Provide direct customer service and technical support to local and remote users as required via phone, e-mail, on-line systems and in person.
Configure information technology infrastructure in accordance with best practices and DISA STIGs.
Maintains the integrity and security of servers and systems applicable to the compliance of RMF accreditation packages.
Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems and procedures to safeguard information systems, networks and databases.
Install software, updates, patches and upgrades.
Install, configure and manage ADS or Azure DevOps Server repositories.
Understanding of software configuration management, build, deployment and release management, application lifecycle management, infrastructure, and DevOps tools and processes.
Have a customer centric approach and provide all level of support for the technical and cyber team as well as the user base community.
Provide hands‑on guidance to programming staff on topics such as branching and merging, workstation configuration, and general use of the tools.
Monitor infrastructure for version currency.
Work with the data center vendor and the application teams to upgrade servers, operating systems, middleware software, database software, and agency applications.
Coordinate OS, middleware, and database patching.
Notify affected teams of the upgrade and patching activities.
Similarly, work with application teams to identify server needs for new applications.
Provides advice and training to end-users and provides mentorship to junior team members.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Additional experience may substitute for degree.
2-7 years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of current systems and applications.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware conflicts.
Be able to quickly adapt to new situations, have a strong commitment to a team environment, maintain a capacity to work with little supervision, and the willingness to learn new technologies.
Experience with storage, backup and disaster recovery technologies.
MS Windows server installation/configuration experience.
Group Policy / Active Directory configuration and management.
Experience with PowerShell.
Active Directory.
Folder permission management.
Knowledge of O365, SharePoint, and Azure.
Certifications: CompTIA Security+ CE, preferred.
Certifications: Microsoft MCP or MCSA, preferred.
Knowledge of VMware, MACs, Linux.
Azure Group Policy administration, system security and AD integration.
Microsoft Azure SQL Database and Azure Blob storage experience.
An active DoD Secret Security Clearance and the ability to maintain a clearance is required.
U.S. Citizenship.

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
Work well both independently and in a team environment.
Be energized by a fast‑paced work environment.
Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
Analyze information and respond appropriately.
Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
Provide superior customer service.
Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include: