NETWORK & COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Chickasaw Nation Industries

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SUMMARY

The Network &Computer Systems Administrator supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI) Aerospace Medical Research Division. This position deploys the release of new technologies as well as design, installs, configures maintains and performs system integration testing of PC/server operating systems, related utilities and hardware.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including: commitment to integrity, knowledge/quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative/motivation, cooperation/relationships, problem analysis/discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral/written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability/dependability, flexibility and ownership/accountability of actions taken.

Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) for themselves and the company as a whole. Fosters an environment in which they will reportanyviolations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.

Assists under minimal direction in administering and maintaining servers, software and networks comprising local knowledge management system.

Assists in monitoring system security, updating and installing security patches and software as necessary, assist in responding to periodic system security assessments.

Responds to customer service requests by analyzing and resolving the indicated problem or problems.

Maintains the ability of users/customers to securely access databases and software.

Monitors current security regulations and orders for changes or revisions, initiate the necessary revisions to applicable SOPs under direction.

Troubleshoots and resolves network-related problems identified by customers or other stakeholders.

Assists in administering a high-performance Linux computing system and network-attached storage.

Assists in performing system and software backups and updates.

Assists in identifying, testing, recommending and installing new software as requested by users or management.

Administer the CAMI High Performance Computer, including cluster and node management, performing system and software backups and updates, integration with HPC contract support, and maintenance of network connectivity of users.

Assists AAM-600 government employees and contractors in use of the High Performance Computer, including: training in proper use and writing documentation (e.g., systems requirements, configuration management, user's guidance), identifying, testing, recommending and installing new software as requested by users or management.

Assists Knowledge Management team, upon request, in system updates and maintenance of Research Computers, including computers with both Windows and Linux operating systems.

Maintains the ability of customers to securely access databases and software located on the HPC system. This will sometimes require serving as a POC for projects updating infrastructure, networks, and connectivity affecting AAM-600.

Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.

Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor's instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.

Responsible for keeping own immediate work area in a neat and orderly condition to ensure safety of self and co-workers. Will report any unsafe conditions and/or practices to the appropriate supervisor and human resources. Will immediately correct any unsafe conditions as the best of own ability.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in System Administration, Computer Science, or related field and a minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience administering secure, onsite systems and network including troubleshooting and resolving problems with those systems. OR High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of six (6) years' relevant experience and/or training administering secure, onsite systems and networks including troubleshooting and resolving problems with those systems; or equivalent combination of education/experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGRISTRATION

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Ability to work productively in a team environment, meeting deadlines and responding to requests according to defined schedule.

Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server OS.

Ability to test and maintain software.

Knowledge as system or network administrator.

Problem solving ability allowing applicant to examine, troubleshoot and solve issues related to job duties with little to no assistance and knowledge of resolving computer user service request.

Knowledge of teamwork and interpersonal communication, including interaction with team members, users/customers with varying levels of experience and management personnel.

Knowledge of working in Linux operating systems.

Knowledge with configuration management including implementing new system, network, and/or database security requirements.

Knowledge administering a multi-node Linux HPC system, including operating cluster management software.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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