Systems Administrator

Ochtec; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ochtec is seeking a Systems Administrator/System Management Console Operator (SMCO) to support the FAA from the William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. This role involves day-to-day operational support for large-scale systems, troubleshooting, and maintaining software, hardware, and configurations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, three years of experience in a relevant field, and hands-on skills with Unix/Linux systems. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience.
• Hands-on experience with Unix/Linux systems.
• Experience with large-scale secure environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain a large-scale computer network.
• Provide technical and system administration support.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Unix/Linux

Windows

Solaris

VMWare

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Red Hat Linux

VMware VSphere

Job description

Systems Administrator / System Management Console Operator (SMCO)

OCH Technologies is seeking a Systems Administrator/System Management Console Operator (SMCO) to support the FAA from the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. The role provides day‑to‑day operational system administration support to administer, monitor, and maintain all related software, hardware, and configurations for large, complex systems.

Location

FAA’s William J Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Day‑to‑day operational system administration support to administer, monitor, and maintain a large‑scale computer network and related software, hardware, and configurations.
• Provide technical and system administration support through troubleshooting, identifying and isolating issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing appropriate solutions to software and system issues.
• Respond to program‑related issues, resolve problems, and manage stakeholder tickets.
• Prepare accurate technical documentation of problems and solutions for system owners.
• Identify and analyze issues that affect system performance, working closely with the development team and recommending solutions.
• Recommend and implement system enhancements to improve performance and reliability, including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Analyze and identify discrepancies in the system, assess risks, and suggest solutions while adhering to security standards.
• Resolve Linux system errors, crashes, and disk space problems.
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral formats.
• Interact with stakeholders, providing advice and troubleshooting of issues.
• Be available for on‑call support.
• Perform disaster recovery operations and data backups.
• Serve as first‑level support for customers seeking technical assistance; respond to incoming calls and emails regarding service‑related inquiries for TFMS & DSP issues.

Responsibilities may evolve over time to support team and organizational goals but will remain consistent with the overall scope of the role.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience
• Experience with critical operations in a large‑scale secure environment
• Hands‑on experience with Unix/Linux, including knowledge of related hardware and software
• Experience with Windows, Solaris, and VMWare environments

Security Clearance Requirement

Candidate must have the ability to hold and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Shift Details

Training Period: M‑F approximately 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
Post‑Training: Shift work. May be either Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) or Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), rotating days, 84 total hours every 2 weeks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Red Hat Linux Enterprise Server/Workstation Suite and Red Hat Satellite Server Suite
• Knowledge of Unix methods and techniques used in systems administration and support.
• Knowledge of Unix principles, file editing, Unix commands, and file manipulation.
• Knowledge of Linux/Perl scripting, web‑based applications, HP OpenView Enterprise, VMware VSphere Enterprise Server Suite, TripWire Enterprise Console, NetApps System Storage Manager.
• Experience providing operations & maintenance support, including supporting helpdesk, providing 24/7 engineering support for system outages or corrective maintenance, supporting technology (hardware/software) refreshes, and understanding backup procedures and storage management.
• Supporting and following configuration management plans and processes, updating documentation, supporting annual authorization processes including independent testing teams.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance – employer paid
• 401(k)
• Additional voluntary life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

E‑Verify Participation

OCH Technologies, LLC is a participant of E‑Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

Veteran’s Preference and Accessibility Statement

As a federal contractor, OCH Technologies encourages qualified veterans to apply and provides preference where permitted by law. The company is committed to creating a workplace that is open, welcoming, and accessible to everyone. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the hiring process to ensure individuals with disabilities can apply without barriers. Contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OCH Technologies, LLC is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation

Compensation ranges are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Individual offers are based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, education, and demonstrated alignment with the requirements of the role.