System Administrator

Job Title: System Administrator

Work Location: Peterson SFB, CO

Clearance: TS+ clearance

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience

Certification: Must have one of the following certs: Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC OR SSCP.

Must also have one of the following certs: Microsoft Azure OR Nutanix Certified Associate

Schedule: Monday – Friday 6AM-2PM shift

Travel: Occasional

Salary:

Job Listing Number: CO24005

Contract Labor Category: Network and Computer System Administrator

S4 Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator (Tier II) to support the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) under the Information Technology Enterprise Services (NITES) program. This role is critical in maintaining and enhancing the IT infrastructure that supports the mission of NORAD/USNORTHCOM, which includes aerospace warning, control, and maritime warning for North America. The successful candidate will assist in transitioning solutions, optimizing services, and implementing the N&NC technical roadmap, ensuring the highest level of system availability, security, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Systems Administration and Maintenance:
  • Provide Tier II support for IT infrastructure components, including network, server, and storage systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
  • Assist in the design, enhancement, and maintenance of enterprise architecture in alignment with N&NC's technical roadmap.
  • Perform routine system monitoring, troubleshooting, and problem resolution to ensure the stability and security of IT systems.
• Technical Support and Expertise:
  • Leverage systems expertise to assess and address issues within the enterprise IT environment.
  • Support enterprise availability and capacity monitoring, ensuring systems are performing optimally and are scalable to meet future demands.
  • Collaborate with Tier III System Administrators/Engineers to implement and transition solutions that optimize service delivery.
• Change Management and Implementation:
  • Assist in planning and executing enterprise enhancements and changes, including lifecycle replacement activities and managing equipment failures.
  • Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including system designs, implementation plans, and administrative guides.

Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a field relevant to this position or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience in systems administration or a similar role.
  • Required Technical Skills and Certifications:
    • Must have one of the following certs: Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC OR SSCP
    • Must have one of the following certs: Microsoft Azure OR Nutanix Certified Associate

• DoD Top Secret SCI Clearance is required.

Desired Experience:

• Experience in a military or defense environment, with familiarity in communicating with military personnel at various levels.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and systems engineering principles.
• Ability to develop comprehensive documentation and effectively communicate technical details.

Work Environment:

• This role involves working in a high-security environment, supporting critical IT systems for NORAD/USNORTHCOM.
• Must be available for occasional on-call support and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

To apply to this position please go to www.s4inc.com and click on Careers to complete and an employment application and to upload your resume.

S4 Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package with 401(k), and universal time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans/Disabled. S4 participates in the E-Verify employment verification program. Candidate selected must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required by the contract at all times

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to apply to a position, please contact Janine Hunter, VP of Recruiting, by phone at (781) 430-9122 or by email at accommodation@s4inc.com.

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