BAE Systems is seeking a full-time System Administrator to join our team supporting the Ground-Based Electro-Optical Deep Space Surveillance (GEODSS) System on Haleakal Summit in Maui, Hawaii. The team at Haleakal Summit provides 24/7/365 operations and maintenance support for the GEODSS system for the 15th Space Surveillance Squadron. GEODSS mission is to detect, track, and identify all tasked space objects within its area of coverage. The site is equipped with three independently operated telescopes. GEODSS data is channeled to a command and control node responsible for the Space Forces Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission.

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). It is a Union position with the IBEW Local 1260 Maui.

Primary duties:

• Performs site system administration and required Level 1 software support for mission system data processing structure, site optical and other propagated signal monitoring sensors, mission communications venues, data processing and sensor temperature/climate control systems, and all sites sensor and dome drive apparatus. Monitors and maintains cyber compliance in regards to regulations and contract requirements.
• Assists site operations and maintenance personnel as necessitated in troubleshooting faults to ensure systems are meeting mission requirements.
• Completes necessary software preventive and corrective maintenance (PM & CM) actions as required to ensure proper systems operations.
• Works with a team of two other system administrators to complete all primary and additional duties.

Additional duties:

• Operate site systems and sensors to collect required data and processing of all communications venue products; this requires the successful completion of an in-house training program.
• Reconfigure communications from primary to secondary circuits, perform communications systems backups, and activate backup.
• Coordinate with tech control and other GEODSS sites for communications troubleshooting
  • Assist other GEODSS sites as required.
• Support systems and communications testing, software changes, and general troubleshooting.
• Document software maintenance activities in accordance with site/system procedures.
  • Baselining and managing documentation processes, optimizing procedures for efficiency and relevance.
• Responsible for the complete lifecycle management (classifying, marking, storing, controlling, tracking, destroying, and auditing) of classified information and materials in compliance with government regulations, ensuring security and confidentiality.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility
• Must have or obtain current LINUX certification
• Current Security+ certification or other current DoD 8570/8140 approved baseline certification OR willing and able to obtain a CompTIA Security+ prior to start date
• Must be flexible and able to work shift work (days/swings/mids)
• Able to work comfortably at an elevation of 10,000 feet. The work site is located at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex which is at the summit of Haleakal. The drive can occasionally involve hazardous driving conditions (e.g. inclement weather, narrow/windy roads, etc).

• Associate or bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a field relating to Computer Science or in progress with ability to complete within one year of hire date
• Minimum 2 years of LINUX CLI experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Systems Administration software support
• Experience with UNIX/Red Hat and familiarity with VMware, Juniper, Cisco and Windows operating systems desired

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