Job Description

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a System Administrator to support the 432 nd Support Squadron/ Civil Engineer Flight (SPTS/CE) Unmanned Mission Control Station (UMCS) at Creech Air Force Base (AFB), Nevada.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will a System Administrator do?

The Unmanned Mission Control Station (UMCS) System Administrator (SA) will be responsible for ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of the UMCS infrastructure. The UMCS SA will be part of the 432 SPTS/CE Cybersecurity Workforce (CWF). The UMCS SA will follow all guidance published and/or accepted by the Department of Defense (DoD), United States Air Force (USAF), Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), and Creech Civil Engineer Flight 432 SPTS/CE.

What does a typical day look like for a System Administrator?

You will:

1) Maintain UMCS Infrastructure.

• Hardware and Software Maintenance:
  • Regularly update and patch Level 4 device and frontend software to ensure it runs smoothly and securely.
  • Regularly update Level 2 and 1 device firmware to ensure components run smoothly and securely.
  • Perform routine checks on hardware components to identify and replace any failing parts.
  • Coordinate and work with vendors of UMCS and AFCEC Community of Interest Network Enclave (COIN) helpdesk on troubleshooting, changes, installs, and patching.
  • Coordinate with AFCEC COIN helpdesk, ISSO, and ISSM to remediate any findings from compliance or vulnerability scans.
• System Backups.
  • Conduct regular system backups and ensure they are stored securely and IAW AFCEC selected National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53r4 Security Controls.
  • Applicable to all Level 4 devices of the Purdue Model.
  • Ensure that records are kept of backup activity and uploaded to Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (EMASS) package ID.
  • Test backup and recovery processes to guarantee data integrity and availability.
• Configuration Management.
  • Document and manage configurations for all UMCS components IAW the UMCS Configuration Management Plan (CMP) and Change Control Board (CCB) charter.
  • Ensure all configurations are up to date and compliant with Industry Standards and AFCEC selected NIST 800-53r4 Security Controls.
  • Update and Maintain UMCS network documentation such as topologies, network IP schemas, IP address assignments with the Information System Security Officer (ISSO), Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM), Information System Owner (ISO) and the 432 SPTS/CS Communication Squadron Infrastructure Team.

2) Secure UMCS Infrastructure:

• Access Controls:
  • Implement and manage user access controls to prevent unauthorized access IAW UMCS System Policy Document(s) (SPD).
  • Regularly review and update access permissions to Purdue Model Level 4 devices based on role changes and security policies.
  • Coordinate and work with AFCEC COIN helpdesk, ISSO, ISSM, and Unit Security Manager (USM) to process accounts IAW UMCS SPD.
  • Regularly review and update access permissions to the UMCS Frontend Applications based on role change and security policies.
  • Maintain account documentation IAW UMCS SPD to include Transfer and Termination Checklists. vi. Coordinate and work with ISSO and ISSM to document an Authorized User and Maintainer List IAW UMCS SPD.
• Security Monitoring:
  • Collect and Review security logs with ISSO and ISSM to detect any signs of suspicious activity or potential threats.
  • Coordinate and work with ISSO and ISSM to conduct compliance and vulnerability scans.
  • Coordinate and work with ISSO and ISSM to conduct regular Security Control Audits and vulnerability assessments.

3) UMCS Cybersecurity Policies:

• Coordinate and work with ISSO and ISSM to review, update, disseminate, and make changes to cybersecurity policies.
• Participate in UMCS exercises, After Action Reports (AAR) and Lessons Learned.

4) Troubleshoot UMCS Infrastructure:

• System Performance
  • Monitor system performance and identify any issues.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any hardware or software issues affecting system performance.
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity on the UMCS network at Levels 4, 2, and 1 of the Purdue Model and Layers 1, 2, and 3 of the OSI Model.
  • Maintain UMCS up time of 90%. v. Coordinate with UMCS vendors and AFCEC helpdesk to resolve identified issues.
  • Ensure Purdue Model Level 1 and 2 devices have current and accurate logic programed.

5) Support and Training:

• Provide Technical support to end-users and other staff members specific to the UMCS frontend, building end devices, and UMCS networks.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) advice to 432 SPTS/CE on UMCS upgrades, UMCS expansions, and new UMCS. Advise the 432 SPTS/CE on UMCS network design and architecture.
• Aid the ISO, ISSM, and ISSO to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO), develop, maintain, and update Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation to include continuous monitoring checklists and Annual Security Reviews (ASR).
• Attend any meetings pertaining to 432 SPTS/CE UMCS with vendors, outside organizations, AFCEC, 432 SPTS/CE Cybersecurity Workforce (CWF), or any conferences or meetings requested by the ISO or 432 SPTS/CE commander.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification, or higher
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with a minimum of 4 years of experience in system administration and cybersecurity.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC), Non-Classified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPR) account, Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) account, and Privileged Access Account (PAA).
• Qualifications as outlined in DoD Manual 8140.03, “Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program,” dated February 15, 2023, specifically for the job role (451) System Administrator Intermediate.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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