Amentum · 11 hours ago
System Administrator
Vandenberg Village, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expAmentum is seeking a System Administrator to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC). The role involves system administration, technical support, system monitoring, and collaboration with the Cybersecurity team to implement necessary measures.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
System Administration: Install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot a variety of systems, including Windows and Linux servers and workstations, as well as network infrastructure such as routers, switches, and firewalls
Troubleshooting and Support: Provide expert-level technical support to identify, analyze, and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues. This includes serving as an escalation point for user-reported problems (Tier 1 and 2)
System Monitoring and Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, resource utilization, and network traffic to identify and address potential issues. Perform routine preventative maintenance, backups, and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and operational continuity
Works with the Cybersecurity team to implement and maintain cybersecurity measures in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) directives. This includes applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), managing vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and ensuring systems maintain their Authority to Operate (ATO) under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Write procedures and/or reports, as applicable, to support existing or new processes, or as required to summarize data collected during engineering level testing
Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field such as Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent combination of education, experience, training and certifications
3+ years' work experience in Information Technology
A current DoD 8140 IAT Level II (or higher) certification (CompTIA Security+ CE, etc)
Strong experience with both Windows and Linux/UNIX operating systems. Hands-on experience with network hardware (e.g. HP, Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Cornet, NetAcquire) and enterprise services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to quickly identify and solve technical problems
Ability to lift 50lbs
Ability to support occasional travel
The flexibility to work non-duty hours and weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Preferred
Other certifications such as CCNA, MCSA, or specific Linux/VMware credentials
Experience with or knowledge of serial data communications, fiber optics, multiplexing, data switching, digital voice systems and Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) technologies
Experience with various types of test equipment including but not limited to cable testers, tone generators and probes, network analyzers, signal verifiers and multifunctional network test devices
Knowledge of or experienced in Western Range operations at Vandenberg Space Force Base
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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