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Systems Administrator - Secret

AT HRL Laboratories
HRL Laboratories

Systems Administrator - Secret

Malibu, CA

HRL is seeking a Windows Systems Administrator to join the Special Programs IT team in Malibu, CA. The successful candidate will collaborate with other systems administrators located in Malibu and at various locations throughout the United States. A willingness to continue learning new technologies is a must. An active Secret clearance and experience in classified programs is required.

Essential Duties:
Work with multi-disciplined team members under general supervision
Provide a friendly and professional point of contact for customers
Perform independent troubleshooting of complex incidents
Maintain Windows systems comprised of servers, workstations, and thin clients
Administer installation of software, hardware, file system management, backups, process control, user administration, and device management

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Resolve a wide variety of complex system failures, troubleshooting software, hardware, and network problems
Perform system and user account maintenance
Monitor, evaluate, and optimize system performance
Document maintenance & ticketing actions
Develop and promote standard operating procedures and conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines

Required Skills:
Experience in Windows systems administration
An understanding of multiplatform system hardening (e.g., DISA STIG, SCAP)
An understanding of VMware vSphere virtual environments
Some experience with scripting for task automation (e.g., PowerShell, Batch, BASH)
Some knowledge of cyber security technology and trends (e.g., Tenable, McAfee, Splunk)
An understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing)
Experience with system monitoring & alerting tools (e.g., Nagios)
Experience working within an accredited system
Demonstrated experience working independently & in a team environment
An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Skills:
Minimum 3 year of experience in a related role
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 configuration, management, and troubleshooting
An Understanding of Group Policy management
Some experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (8, 9)
Some experience with SAN management (e.g., NetApp, Dell Unity, HPE GreenLake)
Some experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (i.e., Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops)
Exchange Server 2019 configuration, management, and troubleshooting
Experience with systems management and automation software e.g., (Endpoint Configuration Manager, Satellite, Ansible, Systems Center Orchestrator)
Experience in multiplatform environments (Windows and Linux) is a plus
Some experience with High Performance Computing is a plus

Required Education:
High School diploma/GED with 3+ years of experience in a System Administration role or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Special Requirements:
This position is 100% on-site. Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, and in some cases, with little to no advance notice. This job will also require up to 10% travel.
This position requires that the applicant selected be a U.S. citizen and possess an active Secret security clearance. The applicant must also be willing to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.
This position requires that the applicant obtain a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire.
As part of your role/function on the program, you will be granted privileged user access, which is subject to greater scrutiny as a direct result of the significant responsibilities. Please be aware that because of these critical duties, you will be subject to additional IT system monitoring and supervisory evaluation to ensure continuous adherence to Privileged User processes and procedures. Privileged Users are subject to a zero-tolerance policy for security violations.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $90,640 - $113,353 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Client-provided location(s): Malibu, CA, USA
Job ID: HRL_Labs-b887a4fa-a30f-49d4-b782-1fe124866985
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program