System Administrator

Barnett Engineering & Signaling Laboratories, LLC (BESL) is a premier technical, operationally focused, ISO-certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned, Small Business (SDVOSB) located throughout the U.S. and abroad. Our mission: Forging customer success by providing unsurpassed, exceptional, and innovative technical engineering solutions that support our nation's defense through superior space, ISR, and cybersecurity engineering services. "Unlocking Solutions." to our customers' most difficult problems. We provide solutions in Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Intelligence Support, Test and Evaluation, Acquisition Planning, Modeling and Simulation, Training, and Operational Concept Development in multiple mission areas encompassing Offensive and Defensive Space Control, Cyber Information and Operations, and Intelligence Community Support. Specialties include Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Electronic and Communications Signal Intelligence, Cyber Information and Operations, and Offensive and Defensive Space Control. We support: U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), National Security Agency (NSA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and the US Intelligence Community (IC). Benefits: BESL provides a Comprehensive suite of Benefits with a Fantastic 401k & HIGH Company Match. Many employer-provided benefits include Generous Paid Leave - Holiday, Sick, Free Administrative Days, Educational programs, Tuition Assistance, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, and More. Apply today. Position Name: System Administrator - SA Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80916 BESL is seeking an experienced System Administrator to be a staff member of our IT Department. If you desire to make a difference and work with an award-winning team of professionals, submit your application today. Requirements Maintain day-to-day essential network operations, Windows and Linux operating systems, Microsoft security tools, applications, Linux virtual servers, domain controller, manage and update laptops, software, and hardware Perform virtual server administration tasks, including user/group administration, security permissions, group policies, print services, research event log warnings and errors, and resource monitoring, and ensuring system architecture components work together seamlessly Maintain internal infrastructure requirements, including laptop computers, virtual servers, firewalls, printers, phones, security updates, and support network segments Interact with IT Department team members to assist in troubleshooting, identify root causes, and provide technical support and Tier help desk assistance when needed Perform routine/scheduled audits of the systems, including all backups Desired/Preferred Skills: Experience with Windows 11 Experience with Linux-based OS Experience with Domain Controllers (DC) Experience with Doman Name System (DNS) servers Experience with VPN servers Experience with virtual servers Experience with Microsoft Active Directory Experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Services Experience with updating and creating GPOs Capable of following established work instructions and procedures Other Skills: Qualified candidates must be able to complete a wide range of tasks, including the following: Ansible scripting PowerShell scripting Azure functions Microsoft application troubleshooting Linux scripting GPO creation Remote system access familiarity Education/Certifications: High school Diploma CompTIA Security+ certification (6 Months from hire) Microsoft Azure Fundamental certification (12 Months from hire) Associates or bachelor's degree in IT is a Plus Pay Range: $19.00 - $30.00 HR Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act Statement: BESL complies with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary range for this particular effort in Colorado is approximately $19.00 to $30.00 HR. NOTE: the salary range provided is not guarantee of compensation or, salary. Salary /compensation may vary based on a variety of factors such as, (but not limited to) experience, geographic location, schedule, and/or travel requirements. BESL provides a highly competitive benefits portfolio with many employer-provided options. As an award winning, technical, inclusive employer, we offer a full suite of health and disability insurance, 401k (with fantastic company match), educational/tuition assistance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and much more. Specific programs and options available may vary due to schedule type or, date of hire. Clearance Requirement: Must be able to achieve and maintain a DOD Security clearance. Security Clearance: Many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance and require U.S. citizenship. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that BESL may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. Travel: Minimal up to 10%; Must be able to achieve and maintain a U.S. Passport. EEO: Barnett Engineering & Signaling Laboratories LLC (BESL) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits and termination of employment. All employment practices and activities are conducted on a non-discriminatory