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York Space Systems LLC · 3 months ago

Systems Administrator - Grand Forks, North Dakota (Active TS/SCI or Higher Required)

Grand Forks, 345 Tuskegee Airman Blvd, Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota, United States of America

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

York Space Systems LLC is an innovative aerospace company focused on enhancing spacecraft affordability and reliability. They are seeking a Systems Administrator to ensure compliance with government requirements for classified computer systems, perform cybersecurity tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet security needs.

AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide technical inputs as needed for ground assets in support of classified systems

Assist with the deployment and configuration of collection services and tools

Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate cyber requirements into space assets throughout production and operation phases

Continuously evaluate/maintain system baseline in compliance with accreditation requirement

Maintain system boundary security configurations to include patch management, vulnerability remediation, implementing STIGs, and any additional system security configurations as needed

Implement systems administration tasks associated with cybersecurity control in accordance with applicable regulatory guidance and contractual requirements

Assist with validation and remediation validation of network servers, routers, and switches to ensure they comply with security policy, procedures, and technical requirements

Assist with the establishment of secured host baseline (SHB) images to be applied to multiple operating systems and DISA STIGs

Perform vulnerability testing using system test tools (i.e., ACAS/Nessus, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), and/or Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)) and remediate flaws within directed timeframe

Perform backups and configuration of backup repository IAW system monitoring plans

Identify and develop authorization boundary diagrams, architecture diagrams, and hardware and software inventories in coordination with network team

Perform system administration related to compliance with Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

Ensure that hardware, software, data, and facility resources are archived, sanitized, or disposed of in a manner consistent with system security plans and requirements

Participate in the change management process, and assess system impact of proposed changes

Report all security-related concerns and changes that may affect the system

Provide proactive system administration support

Network troubleshooting in collaboration with York’s Network Architect

Other duties as deemed appropriate for this position

Qualification

Systems AdministrationSecurity+ certificationDISA STIGsMicrosoft WindowsLinux operating systemsSCAPVulnerability AssessmentScripting languagesNetwork troubleshootingIT security principlesCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, or related field or 10 years of directly related experience

2-5 years' experience in a systems administration position for the U. S government or a U.S. government contractor

Security+ certification or equivalent

Currently possess a Top Secret clearance or higher

Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems

Experience using DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guide (SRGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) to securely configure network-enabled devices

Preferred

Experience with anti-virus, Vulnerability Assessment, HIDS/NIDS, McAfee HBSS, Multi Factor Authentication (MFA), and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) and centralized auditing tools (Splunk preferred)

Experience in computer hardware and software operating systems and application solutions in both stand-alone and LAN/WAN configurations

Ability to remediate security vulnerabilities by implementing solutions on networked devices and applications through malware identification, containment, and eradication

Independently capable of identifying system vulnerabilities

Experience in conducting software due diligence with COTS and GOTS solutions

Knowledge of IT security principles and methods (e.g., firewalls, demilitarized zones, encryption)

Knowledge of PKI, multi-factor authentication, and entitlements management

Working knowledge of virtualization technologies

Working knowledge of scripting/programming languages (PowerShell, Python, BASH)

Operational knowledge of switches/routers/firewalls

Strong communication and documentation skills

Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401K

Company

York Space Systems LLC

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming and enabling next generation space mission operations worldwide.

Founded in 2012

Denver, Colorado, USA

11-50 employees