Systems Administrator Professional - 3553

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World's Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation's safety.

As an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World's Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for!

This position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base

This position is not eligible for telecommuting

Essential Functions

• Perform Systems Adminsitrator duties, to include: control and monitor the Telemetry Receiving Systems, the telemetry subsystems (44' Telemetry Strings, Legacy Telemetry Systems, Post Detect Telemetry Subsystem (PDTS),Translated GPS Receiving System (TGRS) and the Mobile Telemetry Receiving System (MTRS)
• Configure telemetry systems software in preparation for all operations
• Perform accurate daily/weekly/monthly system checks, as well as routine and emergency system restoral procedures. Perform additional administrative support to user accounts, such as password changes to multiple systems as needed
• Create instructional documentation for task responsibilities and review procedural documentation coordinate changes or updates to documentation
• Provide support for testing and execution of new system hardware functions for replacement of legacy equipment
• Monitor telemetry system LAN for failures and perform system-state and user authentication backups
• Create images for system recovery
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• The ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment
• Ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail and deadline

Required Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in an Information Systems/Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 or more years' experience with systems administrator or related information systems experience
• Experience with Red Hat Linux and Microsoft operating systems preferred
• Proficiency in computer systems troubleshooting preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office applicants such as Outlook, Excel and Word
• Demonstrated knowledge of troubleshooting and maintaining a computer system preferred
• Knowledge of dual-state classified/unclassified communications and security practices preferred
• Previous experience on Range Systems preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Current Security Plus Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment
• Able to sustain prolonged periods of standing, kneeling and or repeated stooping
• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Travel may be required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

The salary range for this role is $71,800 - $102,000; however, RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.