Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, United States

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.

Job Number: 1119

Riverside Research is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of all the hardware and software for the customer. Administration includes maintaining hardware and software inventory and ensure systems are operating at peak performance.

This position is focused on implementing and maintaining information systems ensuring they are available for the customer to complete their mission. This role is part of an integrated team that deals with information assurance and information technology supporting the customer on site.

All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Job Responsibilities:

Ability to troubleshoot information technology issues using all available resources
Provide Tier I and Tier II support to the customer and investigate and troubleshoot issues
Develop new and maintain existing installation and configuration procedures
Ensure proper approval has been granted for each software solution prior to installation
Apply operating system updates and patches monthly, at a minimum
Upgrade and configure system software per project or operational needs
Install, configure, and maintain hardware in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) compliance standards and project requirements
Maintain hardware and software inventories
Create, change, and delete user accounts per request
Repair and recover from hardware or software failures. Coordinate and communicate with the Sr Systems Administrator, IA staff and related constituencies
Maintain and administer data retention and recovery for all networks
Coordinate all significant information technology changes with the ISSM and ISSO prior to implementation
Recognize a possible security violation and take appropriate action to report the incident, as required
Ensure that system security configuration guidelines are followed
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma
Active Top Secret Security Clearance
COMPTIA Security+ certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level II equivalent certification
2+ years of experience as a Windows Systems Administration
At least 1 year experience with Linux systems administration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
Strong organization skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology preferred
Ubuntu or Red Hat Linux experience
Knowledge of PowerShell scripting
Ability to manage time without direct supervision
Special Access Program experience

Riverside Research does not mandate COVID vaccination as a condition of employment. However, proof of vaccination or negative test may be required to enter certain government facilities and sites. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site-specific requirements. To protect the health and safety of its employees, their families, and to comply with customer requirements, the company requires all employees to disclose vaccination status (upon hire).

Riverside Research strives to be one of America's premier providers of independent, trusted technical and scientific expertise. We continue to add experienced and technically astute staff who are highly motivated to help our DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) customers deliver world class programs. As a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, we believe service to customers and support of our staff is our mission. Our goal is to serve as a destination company by providing an industry-leading, positive, and rewarding employee experience for all who join us. We aspire to be a valued partner to our customers and to earn their trust through our unwavering commitment to achieve timely, innovative, cost-effective and mission-focused solutions.

All positions at Riverside Research are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Our EEO Policy
Riverside Research is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability/veteran, status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local law.

If you need assistance at any time in our application or interview process, please contact Recruiting at email Recruiting@RiversideResearch.org. A member of the Recruiting team will be available to assist.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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