System Administrator

• Provision, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers and workstations.
• Support NASA IT infrastructure and labs and support testing and delivery activities within assigned projects.
• Monitor system performance and perform routine maintenance and updates.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
• Participate in backup, disaster recovery, and patch management activities.
• Support IT security initiatives including log review, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities.
• Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and procedures.
• Provide responsive support to end users and project teams.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and Group Policies within Active Directory.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Assist with cloud services configuration (AWS or Azure)., What’s your Bachelor’s GPA (or your current GPA if you’re still in undergrad)?* This is an on-site role in the Clear Lake area (20 miles south of Houston). Would you plan to commute or relocate to the Clear Lake area?* Why do you think you would be a good fit for this position? Is there anything else we should know? (Please limit your response to 80 words or less.) Are you currently employed?* Reason for leaving (or considering to leave) most recent/current employer.* Do you have at least 3 years of hands-on IT System Administration experience supporting both Windows and Linux environments? Describe your experience managing Microsoft Active Directory (users, OUs, Group Policy Objects). How often have you handled AD troubleshooting?* BOT Deterrent: What year was METECS founded? (check out About Us page on our website)* I certify that the facts in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand that, if employed, falsified statements on this application shall be grounds for immediate dismissal.

In this role, you will support developers, engineers, and technical staff by maintaining and improving IT systems across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments. This position is ideal for someone with several years of hands-on administration experience who is ready to take ownership of operational systems, contribute to security initiatives, and collaborate on infrastructure improvements., * 3-5 years of experience in system administration.

• Experience with Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar).
• Understanding basic networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing).
• Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration.
• Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with RF concepts and technologies.
• Experience working in DevOps teams and building out dev test infrastructure
• Experience with virtualization concepts.
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash).
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
• Experience with automation tools or configuration management.

Invitation for Job Applicants to Self-Identify as a U.S. Veteran

• A “disabled veteran” is one of the following:
• a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or
• a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.
• A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran’s discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
• An “active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
• An “Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

METECS is an engineering and applied technology company specializing in high-fidelity simulation, software, robotics, and systems analysis. This role supports both METECS corporate operations and NASA programs onsite at Johnson Space Center (JSC).