Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Systems Administrator (local only)
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Job Descriptions:
Ready for What’s Next? Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing. This job is onsite in beautiful Huntsville, AL.
The Systems Administrator (SA) will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation Kratos’ computer systems. The SA will handle the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and some networking components to maintain optimal performance and security. The role involves monitoring system activity, implementing upgrades, vulnerability management, and providing technical support to users. Collaboration with other IT staff and departments is essential to address technical issues and implement IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintain servers for local office
Perform in-place upgrades
Apply software patches and updates
Manage support tickets and support IT projects for local office
Create/disable user accounts
Create/modify/delete security groups
Add/remove users to/from security groups
Create/modify system folder structure
Facilitate vendor support sessions to resolve issues
Perform hardware/software installations and upgrades
Mitigate vulnerabilities from weekly report
Report violations of corporate policies
Ensures backup operations complete successfully
Document processes for creation of departmental SOPs
Support IT Manager with network & system configurations, functionality, and security
Notify IT Manager of planned configuration changes to systems
Get training (as needed) to support essential job functions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
Required Experience:
US Citizenship
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience, or 5 years of experience without degree
Secret security clearance desired, TS preferred
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Exceptional time management and flexibility
Organized self-starter with minimal oversight
Capability to work closely with multiple teams to accomplish tasks
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Dedicated to producing excellent solutions consistently
Linux administration experience preferred
#LI-AC1
#LI-Onsite
Keyword: IT, Linux
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
From: Kratos Defense
Ready for What’s Next? Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing. This job is onsite in beautiful Huntsville, AL.
The Systems Administrator (SA) will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation Kratos’ computer systems. The SA will handle the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and some networking components to maintain optimal performance and security. The role involves monitoring system activity, implementing upgrades, vulnerability management, and providing technical support to users. Collaboration with other IT staff and departments is essential to address technical issues and implement IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintain servers for local office
Perform in-place upgrades
Apply software patches and updates
Manage support tickets and support IT projects for local office
Create/disable user accounts
Create/modify/delete security groups
Add/remove users to/from security groups
Create/modify system folder structure
Facilitate vendor support sessions to resolve issues
Perform hardware/software installations and upgrades
Mitigate vulnerabilities from weekly report
Report violations of corporate policies
Ensures backup operations complete successfully
Document processes for creation of departmental SOPs
Support IT Manager with network & system configurations, functionality, and security
Notify IT Manager of planned configuration changes to systems
Get training (as needed) to support essential job functions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
Required Experience:
US Citizenship
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience, or 5 years of experience without degree
Secret security clearance desired, TS preferred
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Exceptional time management and flexibility
Organized self-starter with minimal oversight
Capability to work closely with multiple teams to accomplish tasks
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Dedicated to producing excellent solutions consistently
Linux administration experience preferred
#LI-AC1
#LI-Onsite
Keyword: IT, Linux
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
From: Kratos Defense