System Administrator Internship IRES - SSFB

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Posted 11 hours ago | Updated 11 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 43,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Telecommuting
Enterprise Architecture
MDA
Research and Development
Active Directory
Red Hat Linux
Identity Management
Management
Tier 2
System Monitoring
Backup
Vulnerability Scanning
Cyber Security
Auditing
Scripting
FOCUS
Servers
System Administration
Regulatory Compliance
Documentation
Adaptability
Leadership
Writing
Dependability
Security+
Customer Engagement
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Operating Systems
DoD
Security Clearance
Taxes
Insurance

Job Details

Position Title: System Administrator Internship

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoD Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

The Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) System Administrator Internship supports the Middle Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. This is a 6-month long internship that consists of:
Assist Windows and Linux System Administrators with daily management and sustainment in a fast-paced, dynamic mission environment.
Use Active Directory and Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) to manage user accounts, set proper permission, and ensure end-user access
Be adaptable in supporting senior System Administrators in Tier 2/3 troubleshooting efforts
Conduct daily system monitoring, system backup and restoral, and application upgrades to ensure optimal and continuous system operations
Assist Senior System Administrators and Cyber Security Engineers with on-going vulnerability scanning and system patching, as necessary, to reduce cybersecurity risks
Begin developing, auditing, and maintaining basic scripts for commonly repeated tasks
Ensure a focus on creating, upgrading, and sustaining physical and virtual workstations and servers

The successful candidate will:
Be available to support a variety of IT tasks/roles, including but not limited to: system administration, cyber compliance, and documentation
Be adaptable to new technologies, new situations, and short deadlines
Have a strong commitment to a team environment and organizational improvement
Have the ability to relay technical information between end-users, technical leads, and leadership both verbally and in writing
Be dependable and punctual
Be self-motivated

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.

Basic Requirements:
Must have, or obtain within 90 days of start date, a DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (ex: CompTIA Security+ CE)
Must have experience working with Microsoft Windows or Linux operating systems.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs
Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

This position is expected to pay $43,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things that you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.
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