What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT System Administrator Intern position at Air Combat Effectiveness Consulting?
Description
The IT System Administrator Intern supports enterprise IT operations across a hybrid environment consisting of Microsoft Azure cloud services and on-premises infrastructure. This internship provides hands-on experience in system administration, networking, and cybersecurity practices within a CMMC Level 2–compliant organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in administering Windows Server systems and Azure resources.
- Support troubleshooting of networks, switches, firewalls, and connectivity issues under supervision.
- Monitor system performance, updates, patch cycles, and compliance reporting.
- Help maintain IT documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines.
- Support enforcement of CMMC Level 2 controls (MFA, auditing, logging, vulnerability management).
- Assist with user account provisioning, access troubleshooting, and secure system configuration.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, routing).
- Familiarity with Windows operating systems.
- Interest in cloud technologies, especially Microsoft Azure.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented processes.
- Ability to operate within a defense-contractor environment following strict security guidelines.
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to Linux operating systems.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Azure administration tools.
- Experience with scripting languages or automation tools.