System Administrator; DST

Salary Range: $68,640 - $82,000

Perform system administration support to the F-18 Integrated Product Team (IPT) at NAWCWD China Lake. This position will directly support the Desktop Services Team (DST).

• Manage user environments, including Active Directory administration, user account provisioning, and access controls using tools like Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) for deployments and patch management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network connectivity issues, diagnosing complex problems to isolate sources and recommend solutions, including equipment acquisitions.
• Implement and maintain security measures, including antivirus configurations, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), encryption, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and compliance with DoD standards; monitor for vulnerabilities and apply patches to ensure IAVA compliance.
• Provide support for administration and maintenance of all connected workstations, ensuring seamless integration and operational continuity across the network.
• Support, implement, and comply with cybersecurity requirements and controls.
• Provide technical support for organizational projects.
• Coordinate activities with IT Management, other technical teams and stakeholders.
• Optimize system performance through monitoring, testing, and analysis; ensure high availability, integrity, and efficiency of workstations.
• Work as a team with other cross functional teams to achieve the IPT's mission.
• Provide implementation support for projects and new services.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.
• Participate in research and development to continuously improve the organizations environment and processes.

• Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• High school diploma/GED plus 10 years of experience, or Associate's-level (AA/AS/Technical school) plus 4 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree in an IT field with 2 years of experience.
• Must be able to be granted a Top Secret security clearance and maintain one for the duration of employment.
• Must be able to work onsite - This position is not remote work eligible.
• Windows Operating System and Security+ or other certifications required within 6 months of start date to comply with DoD 8140.
• Must be willing and able to work after hours/weekend support for patching and maintenance as needed.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and follow directions.
• Excellent communication skills and able to liaison with outside agencies and ability to work independently.
• Possess professionalism, courtesy, high moral character, and integrity.

• Experience with:
  Power Shell or other scripting experience, DISA security tools, STIGS, implementing NIST 800-53 or JSIG security controls.
• Top Secret clearance.