MIT Lincoln Laboratory
94: Systems Administrator (IT Sys Admin IV)
MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02173
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Date:
Nov 1, 2024
Location:Lexington, MA, US
Company:MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The Electronics for Contested Space Group develops radio-frequency (RF) and advanced electronic systems for space control missions and technology in the protection of our nation's most important space capabilities. This work includes the design and development of state-of-the-art satellites and satellite payloads, novel concepts for resilient space architectures, and the nation's most sensitive radars, optics, and passive RF systems. Our group also collaborates across the Laboratory to provide engineering rigor and experience to some of the most critical Laboratory programs. Examples of recent projects include the prototyping of electronic systems and effects, hardware-in-the-loop testing of tactically relevant payloads with surrogate threat systems, and RF subsystem development for satellites.Job DescriptionGroup 94 is seeking an IT Systems Administrator Level IV to configure and operate classified and unclassified networks of multiple Operating System platforms with Windows and strong UNIX proficiency. The successful candidate will:Specify, design, implement, and test network and computer system configurations and upgradesDevelop, coordinate, and implement network security plans and measures in accordance with government and Laboratory policiesIdentify system performance issues and user needs to recommend specific changes and upgradesPerform data backups and recoveriesAssist staff with computer and network problems and tasksResearch and recommend commercial hardware and software products to meet project and group requirementsOrder hardware and software products and renew software licenses to ensure continuity of serviceInteract with vendors, security, laboratory personnel, and other system administrators to coordinate procurements, installations, upgrades, and other servicesCreate documentation on systems to satisfy certification, security, technical staff, and end users
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field5+ years of relevant experience administering IT systems and networksAbility to obtain and maintain Department of Defense Top Secret, SCI, and SAP security clearancesIT Certification in compliance with DoD Mandate 8570.1-MExperience with security plans, procedures, and compliance with DoD requirementsAbility to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking problemsDemonstrated ability to interact with others respectfully and develop productive working relationshipsAbility to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Experience in Top Secret, SCI, and Special Access Program environments is highly desiredExperience with enterprise level hardware and software applications like VMWare ESX, NetAPP, Nessus (ACAS), McAfee EPO, Active Directory, Nagios, Ansible and PuppetWorking knowledge of programming languages such as Perl, python, C/C++, and scripting languageExperience with security procedures (NISPOM, ICD-503, DJSIG)Experience applying security lockdown policies to operating systems through group policy and local settingsFamiliarity working with NIST 800-53 / Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plansMIT-funded pensionMatching 401KPaid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programsMentorship programsA range of work-life balance options... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits pagefor more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage ofother voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.Requisition ID: 41619
Nearest Major Market:
Boston
Job Segment:RF, Defense, DoD, Military Intelligence, Testing, Science, Government, Technology
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94: Systems Administrator (IT Sys Admin IV)
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Date:
Nov 1, 2024
Location:Lexington, MA, US
Company:MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The Electronics for Contested Space Group develops radio-frequency (RF) and advanced electronic systems for space control missions and technology in the protection of our nation's most important space capabilities. This work includes the design and development of state-of-the-art satellites and satellite payloads, novel concepts for resilient space architectures, and the nation's most sensitive radars, optics, and passive RF systems. Our group also collaborates across the Laboratory to provide engineering rigor and experience to some of the most critical Laboratory programs. Examples of recent projects include the prototyping of electronic systems and effects, hardware-in-the-loop testing of tactically relevant payloads with surrogate threat systems, and RF subsystem development for satellites.Job DescriptionGroup 94 is seeking an IT Systems Administrator Level IV to configure and operate classified and unclassified networks of multiple Operating System platforms with Windows and strong UNIX proficiency. The successful candidate will:Specify, design, implement, and test network and computer system configurations and upgradesDevelop, coordinate, and implement network security plans and measures in accordance with government and Laboratory policiesIdentify system performance issues and user needs to recommend specific changes and upgradesPerform data backups and recoveriesAssist staff with computer and network problems and tasksResearch and recommend commercial hardware and software products to meet project and group requirementsOrder hardware and software products and renew software licenses to ensure continuity of serviceInteract with vendors, security, laboratory personnel, and other system administrators to coordinate procurements, installations, upgrades, and other servicesCreate documentation on systems to satisfy certification, security, technical staff, and end users
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field5+ years of relevant experience administering IT systems and networksAbility to obtain and maintain Department of Defense Top Secret, SCI, and SAP security clearancesIT Certification in compliance with DoD Mandate 8570.1-MExperience with security plans, procedures, and compliance with DoD requirementsAbility to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking problemsDemonstrated ability to interact with others respectfully and develop productive working relationshipsAbility to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Experience in Top Secret, SCI, and Special Access Program environments is highly desiredExperience with enterprise level hardware and software applications like VMWare ESX, NetAPP, Nessus (ACAS), McAfee EPO, Active Directory, Nagios, Ansible and PuppetWorking knowledge of programming languages such as Perl, python, C/C++, and scripting languageExperience with security procedures (NISPOM, ICD-503, DJSIG)Experience applying security lockdown policies to operating systems through group policy and local settingsFamiliarity working with NIST 800-53 / Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plansMIT-funded pensionMatching 401KPaid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programsMentorship programsA range of work-life balance options... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits pagefor more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage ofother voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.Requisition ID: 41619
Nearest Major Market:
Boston
Job Segment:RF, Defense, DoD, Military Intelligence, Testing, Science, Government, Technology
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Space Systems and Technology