Systems Administrator II

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Evaluates system specifications, configures system, establishes standards, insures hardware/software compatibility and maintains workstations and Microsoft (MS) Windows Operating Systems for stable performance.

Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

• Infrastructure Deployment: Builds and configures bare-metal servers for both Windows and Linux environments, including hardware assembly, RAID configuration, firmware updates, and OS installation.
• Virtualization Management: Designs and administers virtualization infrastructure using Microsoft Hyper-V; responsible for VM creation, resource allocation, snapshots, and maintaining host health.
• Enterprise Patch Management: Manages and deploys system updates across mixed environments. Configures Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for Windows systems and manages RHEL Repositories for Linux systems to ensure timely application of security patches.
• Security & STIG Compliance: Ensures rigid security posture by applying DISA STIGs and mitigating vulnerabilities across Windows Server and RHEL operating systems.
• Risk Management (POAMs): Balances security requirements with operational needs; identifies patches or configurations that conflict with proprietary software and documents them via Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs).
• Access Control Management: Administers strict access controls, enforcing the principle of least privilege across directory services and local systems.
• Network & Systems Monitoring: Specifies network requirements, monitors LAN performance, and troubleshoots connectivity issues to ensure the stability of test range applications.

Associates or higher degree in Computer/Information Technology, or equivalent academic/technical training. Possess five (5) years related experience or combination of experience in computer system basics and/or related areas of expertise. Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.

In addition, a Systems Administrator II must possess the following qualifications:

• Must have specific experience in the use of MS window server environments and various computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), database, MS Office and Web enabled applications
• Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines
• Employee is expected to routinely cross fields in the completion of somewhat difficult and varied assignments
• Must be capable of updating or repairing computer systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $66,000.00 to $92,000.00 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market/business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer matching
  • JT4 Will Match 50% up to an 8% Contribution
  • 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Will be asked to make functional the initiatives established by management and will coordinate with other organizations as affected by upgrades, capabilities, policy and procedures. Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses / certifications and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: CSAN6, JIT13; A2STTR