Windows Endpoint Systems Administrator

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise.

As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Job Summary

Enterprise Information Services is responsible for Aerospace’s classified and unclassified enterprise IT environment. As the Windows Endpoint Systems Administrator (Application Administrator Specialist II / IV) you will oversee Windows systems patching, application packaging and configuration deployment to systems that support some of the company’s most critical business services.

You will join a company that develops cutting edge solutions for our nation’s most complex space enterprise and mission assurance challenges.

You will work with technical teams to reduce vulnerabilities, improve security and maintain a minimum system state across the fleet of endpoints.

You will become part of the Device Management Engineering team, which is responsible for the development and sustainment of endpoint security tools for the Aerospace Corporation.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Configure, package and deploy applications with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
• Create and modify scripts or applications to perform tasks
• Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, and hot fixes on workstations
• Create automated solutions to remediate desktop vulnerabilities using modern endpoint management tools
• Investigate and resolve inconsistencies in reporting
• Work directly with engineers, operations teams, and customers to remediate endpoint vulnerabilities
• Incident response resolution and reporting (zero-day patching)
• Perform fault-finding, analysis, and logging of information for reporting of performance exceptions
• Proactively monitor system performance and capacity planning
• Provide input on ways to improve the stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the environment
• Collaborate with other teams and team members to develop automation strategies and deployment processes
• Act as an escalation point for desktop support in incident management

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Applications Administrator Specialist III :

• Six years of related experience with MECM
• Experience administering endpoint management programs by updating and packaging software applications, and system configuration
• Experience developing custom software package configurations and supporting scripts
• Experience with MECM / SCCM patching and endpoint patch management
• Knowledge of Windows, macOS and Linux to include maintenance, security configuration, administration, and issue resolution
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS / SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government.

U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

This position will require a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Applications Administrator Specialist IV include :

Ten years of related experience with MECM

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems / Technology, or Information Security
• Experience with automation and orchestration using tools such as MECM, PowerShell or Ansible
• Experience identifying and developing automated solutions to improve efficiency
• Experience administering Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Intune with co-management, Microsoft BitLocker
• Experience with Mac MDM patching and endpoint patch management
• Active Secret or TS / SCI Clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

Min - Max)

$87,256.96 - $150,000.00Pay Basis : Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people.

To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include :

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions;

employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other the belief that we can make a difference.

This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.