IT Systems Administrator
Listed on 2026-09-20
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IT/Tech
Systems Administrator, Cybersecurity, IT Support
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Job Details:Title: IT Systems Administrator
Location: Hanscom, AFB
Compensation: $$52,000 – $$62,400 /per Year
Work Type: Contract-To-Hire
Work Location: On-Site
As an IT Systems Administrator you will be the backbone of technical operations for a 250-user Civil Engineering (CE) environment. You’ll balance hands‑on systems maintenance with high‑level cybersecurity compliance, ensuring that mission‑critical applications—from AutoCAD to ArcGIS—remain secure, licensed, and operational.
Key Responsibilities Systems Administration & OperationsInfrastructure Management: Configure and maintain servers, workstations, and peripherals for ~250 users to ensure maximum uptime and network availability.
Specialized Application Support: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for a suite of Civil Engineering tools, including ACES, AutoCAD, NexgenIT/TRIRIGA, ArcGIS, and E4
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.Lifecycle Maintenance: Execute routine backups, data archiving, and software updates. Monitor system advisories and “heads‑up” messages to preempt operational hurdles.
Strategic Planning: Periodically assess the organization’s hardware and software needs to recommend resource upgrades and technology shifts.
IA Program Leadership: Supervise the Information Assurance (IA) program, enforcing Air Force policies and collaborating with the Wing Cyber Security Office (WCSO).
Access Control: Verify security clearances and “need‑to‑know” authorizations for all users before granting system access.
Risk Management (RMF): Develop and maintain Certification & Accreditation (C&A) documentation. Lead the implementation of software patches, security fixes, and vulnerability reporting.
Compliance Training: Facilitate initial and annual IA refresher training to ensure all personnel are aware of their security responsibilities.
Compliance Oversight: Manage the unit’s software lifecycle—from procurement and installation to inventory and disposal—ensuring 100% compliance with AF regulations.
Audit Readiness: Conduct annual software audits, cross‑referencing installed instances against licenses, and maintaining the master inventory database.
Reporting: Prepare and update MICT Communicators for government validation and approval.
Operating Systems: Expert‑level proficiency in Windows 10 and 11.
Software: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel power‑user preferred) and familiarity with CE‑specific applications (ArcGIS, TRIRIGA, etc.).
Hardware: Hands‑on experience identifying and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripherals.
Experience: 3+ years of relevant IT/Systems Admin experience.
Education: High School Diploma (minimum).
Certification: Active DoD 8140 compliant certification (e.g.,
CompTIA Security+ CE
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Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required.
Communication: Strong ability to translate technical jargon into clear guidance for end‑users and leadership.
Problem‑Solving: A “firefighter” mindset—the ability to resolve complex system issues quickly and efficiently.
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