RPA-SOC System Administrator Fargo, ND

TENAX Technologies is currently seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to maintain servers, data storage, computers, and software applications in service of the Air National Guard (ANG) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Special Operations Center (SOC). The Systems Administrator will interface with fellow contractors, military personnel, and government clients in support of server, computer, and software systems in addition to providing direct hands‑on expertise to install and maintain system architectures for the RPA‑SOC, which operates 24/7/365.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of hardware and software systems, video encoding and recording, communications systems, and enhancement support for operations.

• Maintain the availability, reliability, operations, and administration of the RPA‑SOC servers, data storage, computers and software applications supporting RPA missions.
• Backup data and key equipment configurations, deploy patches as directed by program management office, and perform Active Directory Administration.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and maintain RPA‑SOC computer and server systems including troubleshooting hardware, software, operations support for Microsoft Windows and other operating systems at multiple classification levels.
• Ensure proper configuration of servers, virtual servers, storage solutions, computers, and software necessary for the successful operation of the RPA‑SOC while staying in baseline compliance requirements.
• Determine hardware, software, system functionality, test and modify workstations and programs based on user specifications.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for after‑hours support.

• ~5 years of experience with SAN (Storage Area Network), Server/Virtual Server, backups/data retention, software installation/patching, and Active Directory administration.
• Experience with Server/computer hardware/operating systems, video encoders/decoders, storage solutions on Commercial‑off‑the‑shelf (COTS) equipment like Dell.
• Knowledge of industry best practices for implementing and maintaining security and service availability throughout the system life cycle.
• Ensure software and equipment meet applicable security technical implementation guides (STIGs).
• Identify technical applicability, remediate, and support mitigation of IAVA notices and support metric reporting.
• Experience in VMWare virtualized environment.
• Support and engage in programs, projects and practices and strategy, and comply with all policies and procedures.
• Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure services are consistent with, and/or superior to, industry best practices.
• Knowledge of computer networking and network‑based information assurance devices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.

An active TS clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI is required.

Security+ CE Certification or similar DOD 8140 level 2 certification.

Other desired certifications include: MCSA, MDAA, CCNA, VMWare VCTA.

Full‑time.

Health savings account, Paid time off.

Location:

Fargo, ND | Salary: $80,000.00–$