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# System Administrator

- **Company:** The Space Inc.
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $95,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Proxmox, Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Maintenance, System Configuration, Linux, Document Management Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Network Diagrams, Network Administration, Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Wireless Access Point, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, User Accounts, Vmware
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=180c45fce8aaceb0

## About the Role

* Associate or Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity, networking, information systems, or related field or equivalent experience. Graduates from CAE-CD (NSA/CISA) designated programs are encouraged to apply.
 * 2-5 years of experience in system administration, IT support, or network administration.
 * Strong understanding of Windows Server, Intune, and common enterprise tools.
 * Experience managing switches, firewalls, and access points.
 * Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and basic threat/risk concepts.
 * Ability to diagnose and resolve issues independently and communicate clearly with users.
 * Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and adapt to changing needs
 * Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail-oriented; calm under pressure; commitment to follow-through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others' ideas; and effective in written communication.
 * To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).

What We'd Love:

 * Experience with NIST 800-171 or CMMC-related environments.
 * Knowledge of virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox) or cloud services.
 * Scripting ability (PowerShell, Python, Bash).

## Description

The System Administrator will handle the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and support of Space Kinetic's IT environment. This role combines traditional system administration with hands-on networking responsibilities and a strong awareness of cybersecurity best practices. The administrator will work closely with the Director of IT and support all internal users.

 * Provide daily technical support for Windows, Linux, and cloud-based systems.
 * Administer servers, endpoints, virtualization environments, and cloud services.
 * Manage user accounts, permissions, MFA systems, and onboarding/offboarding processes.
 * Perform routine system monitoring, patching, backups, and hardware maintenance.
 * Support networking tasks including:
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 + Configuring switches, access points, VLANs
 + Troubleshooting connectivity issues
 + Maintaining network diagrams and documentation
 * Assist in enforcing cybersecurity policies and secure configurations.
 * Support the review of firewall alerts, endpoint alerts, and system logs.
 * Document system configurations, procedures, and workflows.
 * Collaborate with compliance staff on technical security control implementation.


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