IT Systems Administrator

Desktop Service Center, Inc.
Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, United States
8 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel AutoCAD ArcGIS (Software) CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security Scientific Data Archiving Microsoft Office Network Control Software Engineering Product Software Implementation Methods Software Licensing Peripherals
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Job description

You’ll balance hands-on systems maintenance with high-level cybersecurity compliance, ensuring that mission-critical applications-from AutoCAD to ArcGIS-remain secure, licensed, and operational., Systems Administration & Operations Infrastructure Management: Configure and maintain servers, workstations, and peripherals for ~250 users to ensure maximum uptime and network availability.

Lifecycle Maintenance: Execute routine backups, data archiving, and software updates. Monitor system advisories and “heads-up” messages to preempt operational hurdles.

Strategic Planning: Periodically assess the organization’s hardware and software needs to recommend resource upgrades and technology shifts.

Cybersecurity & ISSO Duties IA Program Leadership: Supervise the Information Assurance (IA) program, enforcing Air Force policies and collaborating with the Wing Cyber Security Office (WCSO).

Access Control: Verify security clearances and “need-to-know” authorizations for all users before granting system access.

Risk Management (RMF): Develop and maintain Certification & Accreditation (C&A) documentation. Lead the implementation of software patches, security fixes, and vulnerability reporting.

Compliance Training: Facilitate initial and annual IA refresher training to ensure all personnel are aware of their security responsibilities.

Software License & Asset Management Compliance Oversight: Manage the unit’s software lifecycle-from procurement and installation to inventory and disposal-ensuring 100% compliance with AF regulations.

Audit Readiness: Conduct annual software audits, cross-referencing installed instances against licenses, and maintaining the master inventory database.

Reporting: Prepare and update MICT Communicators for government validation and approval.

Requirements

Technical Skills

Operating Systems: Expert-level proficiency in Windows 10 and 11.

Software: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel power-user preferred) and familiarity with CE-specific applications (ArcGIS, TRIRIGA, etc.).

Hardware: Hands-on experience identifying and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripherals.

Education & Certifications Experience: 3+ years of relevant IT/Systems Admin experience.

Education: High School Diploma (minimum).

Certification: Active DoD 8140 compliant certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).

Core Competencies Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required.

Communication: Strong ability to translate technical jargon into clear guidance for end-users and leadership.

Problem-Solving: A “firefighter” mindset-the ability to resolve complex system issues quickly and efficiently.

About the company

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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