IT Systems Administrator II

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflightone of San Diegos fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering compact and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small agile and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. Were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Lets innovate the infinite together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As an IT Systems Administrator II youll support advanced system administration network management and security operations across the company. Youll maintain the performance reliability and stability of servers virtualization platforms cloud services and enterprise applications. Youll troubleshoot complex technical issues lead system improvement projects strengthen operational processes and support security monitoring backup operations and endpoint management. Youll also document system configurations coordinate with vendors guide junior team members and help ensure strong security practices across the environment.

This is a temporary role lasting up to six months.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Administer Systems & Infrastructure: Design configure and maintain servers virtualization platforms storage systems network hardware and enterprise applications.
• Support Security Operations: Monitor alerts address vulnerabilities review system and security logs and participate in incident response activities.
• Optimize System Performance: Use monitoring tools capacity planning and system tuning to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Lead Technical Projects: Drive system upgrades migrations cloud deployments and disaster recovery improvements.
• Resolve Escalated Issues: Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems involving servers networks storage and enterprise applications.
• Manage System Maintenance: Oversee patching schedules maintenance windows firmware updates and configuration changes.
• Support Backup & Recovery: Maintain backup jobs test restoration procedures and ensure systems are recovery-ready.
• Administer Email & Messaging: Support email platforms including routing filtering retention and mobile access configurations.
• Manage Endpoint Tools: Support endpoint management platforms for software deployment configuration baselines and device compliance.
• Maintain Network Services: Assist with DNS DHCP VPN wireless systems and firewall change requests.
• Support User Lifecycle Management: Manage provisioning access modifications and account removals.
• Coordinate Vendor Support: Manage service requests and support cases for hardware software and cloud systems.
• Support Asset Management: Assist with hardware/software inventory and lifecycle planning.
• Document Systems & Procedures: Create and maintain system configurations diagrams procedures and security documentation.
• Mentor Junior Staff: Provide technical guidance coaching and support to junior IT team members.
• Research & Recommend Improvements: Identify technologies or process enhancements that improve reliability security or efficiency.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with cross-functional groups to support business needs and ensure IT alignment.
• Perform Other Duties: Complete additional responsibilities as assigned.

YOURE AWESOME AT:

• Advanced System Administration: You excel at administering servers virtualization environments storage solutions and enterprise networks.
• Security & Compliance Awareness: You understand best practices for system hardening identity management monitoring and configuration management.
• Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: You diagnose and resolve complex issues across systems networks applications and infrastructure.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You communicate clearly and work effectively with IT Engineering Cybersecurity and business teams.
• Technical Documentation: You create accurate system documentation diagrams and procedures to support consistent operations.
• Project Leadership: Youve led technical initiatives coordinated stakeholders and delivered improvements across IT systems.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field (preferred).
• 5 or more years of experience in system administration networking or security operations.
• Advanced knowledge of server administration virtualization platforms storage systems and enterprise network management.
• Experience with Active Directory group policies identity management and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools such as PRTG or similar solutions.
• Experience managing backup systems and performing restoration tests.
• Experience supporting enterprise endpoint tools such as Intune or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of network protocols troubleshooting tools and packet analysis.
• Strong understanding of security practices system hardening and configuration management principles.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as PowerShell.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex system or network issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop clear documentation and knowledge base materials.
• Experience leading technical projects and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Certifications such as Security Azure Administrator or CCNA (preferred).
• Availability to support a temporary project assignment lasting up to six months.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The starting rate for this position ranges from $43 - $50.50 per hour depending on the candidates job-related knowledge skills and experience.

• Employment Type: Temporary project-based assignment (up to 6 months).
• Benefits: As this is a temporary role benefits may be limited; details will be provided during the hiring process.
• Note: This is a temporary project-specific role. Employment will conclude at the end of the assignment unless otherwise extended.

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offwhether you use it to recharge work on a passion project or spend time with family the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Were serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal Ask Me Anything sessions and weekly Lunch & Learns we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We arent just building techwere enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion positivity recognition and transparency. Here your voice is heard your work is respected and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU WITH US
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies recruiters or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

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