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System Administrator

System Administrator

METECSHouston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
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Job description

METECS is an engineering and applied technology company specializing in high-fidelity simulation, software, robotics, and systems analysis.

We are looking for a talented and experienced IT System Administrator with a minimum of 5 years of experience to help us maintain and improve our IT infrastructure, Helpdesk System, and cybersecurity posture.

If you have a strong background in Windows, Linux, Cloud Technologies, and information security practices (ISO 27001), we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Provide support for Linux-based systems and servers, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Contribute to cybersecurity initiatives, including drafting and maintaining IT security policies, implementing security best practices, and supporting ISO 27001 compliance.
  • Administer and manage Windows Active Directory (AD) environments, including user / group management, Group Policy Objects (GPO), and troubleshooting.
  • Configure and manage Microsoft O365, Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint, to ensure system security and compliance.
  • Participate in enterprise-wide application and system implementations, monitoring, maintenance, and upgrades.
  • Collaborate with teams to implement and manage local virtualization and cloud services (AWS and Azure).
  • Perform system monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and performance tuning.
  • Manage BCDR, XDR, and other security measures.
  • Assist with network configuration and administration tasks.
  • Assist with helpdesk tickets as needed.
  • Provide technical support to end-users and resolve IT-related issues promptly.
  • Document system configurations, procedures, and IT-related projects.
  • Work independently and in small groups without daily oversight.

Other projects and duties as assigned Required Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 5 years of IT system administration and cybersecurity experience.
  • Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001.
  • Strong knowledge of Active Directory, OU, GPO management, and MS O365.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar distributions).
  • Proficient in using shell-based commands and scripting.
  • Experience with installation, configuration, and maintenance of operating systems Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS and Azure).
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation.
  • Knowledge of networking principles and protocols (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
  • Hands-on experience in troubleshooting hardware and software issues in a professional environment.

    • Desired Qualifications :

  • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified : Windows Server, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent.

    • ISO / IEC 27001 :

  • 2022 Internal Auditor, CIS controls, or NIST experience is a plus ITIL Foundation Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) is a plus.
  • Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.

    • About METECS :

  • We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and analysis solutions for human space flight and terrestrial applications.
  • We develop and integrate custom software for NASA and other government and commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies.
  • Our specialties include robotics automation, embedded systems, hardware / software integration, multibody dynamics simulations, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.
  • METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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