System Administrator

About the role

Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, seeks a talented System Administrator to join their dynamic team based in Madison, AL. This position is part of an innovative and fast-paced environment that supports the American Warfighter.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software, and hardware
• Monitor system performance to improve availability and reliability
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and server maintenance tasks to enhance system security and functionality
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
• Perform backup and recovery operations at regular intervals using Veeam Backup & Replication (configuration, monitoring, and management)
• Utilize ITIL-based processes to capture tasks and obtain approvals
• Develop and maintain documentation of system and network configurations
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users
• Support network design, configuration, and ongoing network infrastructure management (switches, routers, firewalls)
• Administer hybrid Microsoft 365 environments including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Azure Active Directory
• Utilize an RMS platform for remote maintenance or end user support

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) or 8 years of experience in lieu of education
• Minimum of 5 years of system administration experience in any size environment
• Foundational understanding of UNIX and Windows systems
• Core understanding of networking (routing, switching, protocols, and basic network security)
• 3-5 years of system administration experience supporting Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS) requirements
• Experience administering hybrid Microsoft 365 environments
• Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication for backup and disaster recovery planning
• Experience in network engineering tasks such as design, implementation, and support of enterprise networks
• Experience in server patching and maintenance best practices
• Experience working with ITIL Service Transition and Operation processes, such as Change Management and Incident Management

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance

Skills

• Experience with version control systems (Git, GitHub)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong presentation, and effective communication
• Collaborative ability, both in a team or independently
• Experience in Agile environments
• Experience working in Cloud DevOps environments (Azure DevOps)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and DoD compliance policies
• IAT II certification required (Security+, Cloud+ certification or obtained within 6 months of hire date)

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

Full-time/Regular

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Job Location

Madison, Alabama, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Compensation/Benefits

Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package

ABILITIES TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE

Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE

Yes