Technical Systems Administrator II

Sierra Space; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking an IT Systems Engineer II to maintain and optimize IT infrastructure, install and configure OS and software, and manage networks and virtualization. The role emphasizes automation, backup design, and cross-functional collaboration to support mission-critical IT services.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong Windows/AD skills and familiarity with scripting and backups.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of related IT systems experience.
• Experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining OS and software.
• Proficient with networking protocols and configurations.
• Experience with virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with scripting for automation.
• Understanding of backup and recovery procedures.
• Familiar with basic system administration tools and processes.
• Knowledge of Windows administration tools and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with routing and remote access services and group policies.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and software applications.
• Manage network configurations and protocols for seamless connectivity.
• Implement and manage virtualization technologies to optimize resources.
• Develop automation scripts to streamline IT processes.
• Design and implement backup and recovery procedures.
• Perform routine system administration tasks and monitor resources.
• Manage authentication, authorization, and access control across systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT projects and initiatives.

Skills

Networking concepts

Automation scripting

Windows administration

Active Directory

Backup and recovery

System administration

Virtualization

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

PowerShell

Group Policy

Windows Admin Tools

Job description

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The IT Systems Engineer II is a role designed for professionals with a solid background in IT systems and a passion for maintaining and optimizing IT infrastructure. This position is responsible for managing and troubleshooting IT systems to ensure their reliability and efficiency. The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems and software applications, managing network configurations, and implementing virtualization technologies. Additionally, the IT Systems Engineer II will develop automation scripts, design backup and recovery procedures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on IT projects and initiatives.

In this role, you will install, configure, and maintain operating systems and software applications while managing and troubleshooting network configurations and protocols to ensure seamless connectivity. You will implement and manage virtualization technologies to optimize resource utilization and develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline IT processes and improve efficiency. A key responsibility will be to design and implement backup and recovery procedures to safeguard data integrity. Additionally, you will perform routine system administration tasks, including user account management, system monitoring, and resource allocation, and utilize basic system administration tools to manage shared resources such as file systems and printers. You will distinguish between system processes/services and user processes, managing authentication and authorization processes, and administer local and network resources to ensure proper resource sharing and access control. Leveraging Windows administrative tools, you will manage system configurations and Active Directory, administer networked and distributed computing environments, including routing and remote access services, and modify deployed group policies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support IT projects and initiatives will be essential, and you will stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve your skills and knowledge.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).

• Typically 2+ years of related experience.

• Proficiency in operating systems, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.

• Knowledge of networking protocols and configurations.

• Experience with virtualization technologies.

• Familiarity with scripting languages for automation.

• Understanding of backup and recovery procedures.

• Familiarity with most basic system administration tools and processes; for example, ability to boot/shut down a machine, add and remove user accounts, use backup programs, manage shared resources (e.g., file systems, printers), and add a workstation to a network.

• Understanding distinctions between system processes/services and user processes, the authentication/authorization processes in use at the site, local and network resources and resource sharing, basic networking concepts and practices.

• For Windows administrators, familiarity with the basic Windows administrative tools and how to locate them (e.g., Computer Management tool, lowest-level Active Directory tools).

• Familiarity with networked/distributed computing environment concepts; for example, ability to use the route command, administer routing and remote access service, and modify deployed group policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred

• Advanced certifications in relevant IT fields (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate).

• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).

• Proficiency in advanced scripting and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Compensation:

Pay Range:

$87,156.00 - $119,839.50

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education,experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporationis an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment withSierra Spaceor at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.