System Administrator III

System Administrator III

Caribou Thunder

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Requisition#: ND11620

Date Posted: 7/11/2023

Salary: $95K-$105K

Security Clearance: Secret with the ability to obtain TS

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Experience: 6 years

(10 years in lieu of a degree)

Position Summary

Caribou Thunder is seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Administrator III to support the U.S. Missile Defense System as a vital member of the Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) team. As a System Administrator III, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems. Your expertise in administering and configuring Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, or VMWare will ensure the stability and security of our computing resources.

At Caribou Thunder, we value innovation, collaboration, and excellence in system administration. As a System Administrator III, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the U.S. Missile Defense System while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join our team and help shape the future of system administration for critical defense programs.

Complete Description

As a System Administrator III, you will be responsible for maintaining the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems. This includes coordinating with network administrators, interacting with users, and evaluating vendor products to make recommendations for hardware and software purchases.

• You will coordinate installation processes, provide backup recovery, and develop and monitor policies and standards for the allocation of computing resources.
• Setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system-wide software, and allocating mass storage space will also be part of your responsibilities.
• Additionally, you will provide support for hardware and software issues, data recovery, system upgrades, software upgrades, configuration issues, system installation, and relocation.
• You will collaborate with the Cyber Security team to perform STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) checks, address deficiencies, remediate findings, and ensure system hardening.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience administering and configuring Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, or VMWare.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with DoD STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides).
• Proficiency in Red Hat Linux.
• Knowledge of virtualization technology, particularly VMWare.
• Experience in configuring and maintaining Networking Hardware such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and PowerShell.
• Experience utilizing cybersecurity software applications.
• Experience working with vendors to expedite installations and repairs for maximum uptime.
• Familiarity with Agile, SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), and DevSecOps concepts.
• In-depth experience in Operations and Maintenance activities of IT infrastructure.

Company Description

Caribou Thunder, LLC is a Woman Owned, HUBZone Certified, Native American Owned, SBA and SDB Certified global engineering services company, incorporated in 2006.

Caribou Thunder is a Global Service Provider supporting a wide variety of DoD, Space, and Intelligence programs with consistent growth since inception to over 100 associates and $10M in annual sales with solid performance in 35 states across the U.S. and 22 countries around the world. Caribou Thunder, LLC is an established Defense contractor with nearly 20 years of experience delivering engineering services worldwide. We offer industry leading salaries, flexible work life balance, full range of benefits (career development and mentoring, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k match). Caribou Thunder, LLC offers meaningful career opportunities within a true team-based environment, where each and every employee matters, contributing to a higher goal supporting National Security programs. 

Caribou Thunder, LLC is committed to hiring and maintaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. United States citizenship is a requirement for all positions.

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