What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT II position at Vantage Systems?
Vantage Systems, Inc. (Vantage), is a pioneering force in the realm of multi-disciplinary engineering services for spaceflight projects. Since our establishment in 1992, we have consistently delivered progressive solutions to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) space flight community earning recognition for our unwavering integrity and dedication to delivering top-tier solutions that align with the U.S. space program missions.
For over three decades, Vantage’s commitment to quality service and innovation has driven our rapid growth. Fueled by a deep understanding of the ever-evolving U.S. space program, we continuously pioneer progressive solutions to address NASA’s & DoD’s pressing challenges. Our unwavering commitment to exceptional service is built upon a foundation of ethics, honesty, and a people-centric approach. Join us as we forge ahead, combining our expertise with NASA’s legacy of excellence to shape the future of space exploration.
We are looking for highly qualified candidates for a contract positioned onsite at the Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) SSHINE contract.
Job description:
At a junior level:
- Administers, develops, runs tests on, implements, and maintains operating system and related software.
- Establishes and implements standards for computer operations for compatibility between hardware and software, according to specifications and parameters.
- Troubleshoots and resolves software, operating system, and networking problems. Schedules, performs, and monitors system backups and, when necessary, performs data recoveries.
- Responsibilities differ from those of an Operating Systems Programmer in that the Systems Administrator is not responsible for altering operating system's software codes. Recommends hardware and software upgrades according to growth statistics and disk space forecasts.
- Schedules, plans, and performs system upgrades, including coordinating the transition from test to production environments.
- Schedules tasks using software support tools and scripts.
- Configures hardware, such as workstations, printers, servers, and tape devices.
- Provides technical support for system users.
- Travels to other Government agencies and contractor locations for design and test reviews, briefings to industry, conferences, and meetings related to RVE integration and test programs.
- Supports monthly status reports on Ground System Development activity and document lessons learned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education/ Years of Relevant Experience: 5 years of experience with AA degree or 0 years of experience with BS/BA degree
- Clearance: TS with eligibility for SCI Poly
Salary : $76,014 - $94,103