System Administrator

Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the exciting Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, is seeking a talented System Administrator. The growing Madison, AL-based small business is seeking innovative individuals who want to join an up tempo, maker culture that proudly provides products and services to support the American Warfighter!

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Install, configure, and maintain operating system, 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

Utilization of an RMS platform for remote maintenance or end user support

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar major with extensive computer-based or technical content), 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 (e.g., 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

Hands-on 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

Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / NON-ESSENTIAL SKILLS :

Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub)

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong presentation, and effective communication

Ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently when required

Experience in Agile environments

Experience working in Cloud DevOps environments, such as Azure DevOps

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS)

Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and DoD compliance policies

IAT II certification required (e.g., Security+, Cloud+) or obtained within 6 months of hire date

JOB LOCATION

Madison, Alabama, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time / Regular

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS

Competitive Salary / Comprehensive Benefits Package

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE

Yes

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