IT Systems Administrator

• CompTIA Security+
• Linux+

Systems & Tools

• ARAS Innovator (any experience)
• CAD/PDM tools such as SolidWorks
• FlexLM licensing technologies
• Experience supporting systems in protected/closed environments
• XML/JSON editing and basic app development for troubleshooting tools, PLM Systems Administration & Development
• Administer, build, deploy, maintain, and upgrade multiple Aras Innovator environments (Prod, QA, UAT, Dev)
• Perform environment refreshes, including biweekly after-hours/weekend upgrade windows
• Apply patches and address emergency maintenance issues
• Troubleshoot integration issues (e.g., authoring system connectors), performance problems, and licensing issues
• Collaborate with DEC team, Aras Support, partners, and developers on automated testing, data migration, and deployments, * Resolve performance, patching, and security agent issues (BigFix, SentinelOne, etc.)
• Maintain software license servers and ensure reproducibility of environments

The Client is seeking a talented and motivated IT Systems Administrator to support the IT operations. This role focuses on the administration, development, and optimization of PLM environments, CAD/PDM systems, engineering tools, and supporting infrastructure, including build, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

Candidates with experience in Aras Innovator, Windows Server, VMware, DevOps tools, networking, and cybersecurity will excel in this fast\u2011paced, collaborative research environment. The position plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing mission\u2011essential engineering systems to ensure availability, security, and performance., * Bachelor's Degree required, * Application & infrastructure monitoring (performance, issue detection, troubleshooting)

• Desktop & server support (installation, patching, auditing, configuration, security, AD)
• Systems administration across Linux, Mac, and Windows
• Windows Server Administration (SCI classified environment)
• Virtualization technologies (VMware ESXi & vCenter configuration)
• Enterprise backup solutions
• Strong backup experience to protect mission\u2011critical data
• Diagnose & troubleshoot complex issues
• Application-level patching
• Configure and manage centralized logging & audit capabilities

Security & Networks

• Network, system, and application vulnerability scanning, configuration assessments, and remediation
• Hands\u2011on vulnerability remediation across multiple operating systems
• MS Active Directory, LDAP

Programming & Automation

• Scripting languages: Python, Perl, PowerShell
• DevOps tooling: Git, GitHub, GitLab, Artifactory, Jenkins, Satellite, Quay, Landscape

Engineering Systems

• Experience managing PDM and PLM in an engineering environment, * Strong knowledge of Windows Server & VMware/ESXi provisioning, tuning, and troubleshooting
• Understanding of SQL Server configuration and performance factors
• DevOps pipeline familiarity (Azure DevOps, Jenkins)
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, C#)
• Solid understanding of IT security practices (vulnerability management, PAM)
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to create automation scripts for provisioning, patching, and deployment, * Hands\u2011on experience administering or upgrading Aras Innovator
• Experience with CAD/PDM systems like SolidWorks
• Knowledge of FlexLM licensing
• Ability to troubleshoot or migrate systems in secured/isolated environments