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System Administrator

Griffon AerospaceMadison, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 16 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career in the cutting-edge UAS industry with Griffon Aerospace, a company known for its innovation and commitment to supporting the American Warfighter. You'll thrive in this hybrid role if you have a passion for system administration, enjoy problem-solving, and are eager to contribute to a dynamic, maker-focused team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and make a real impact.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the exciting Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, is seeking a talented System Administrator. The growing Madison, AL-based small business is seeking innovative individuals who want to join an up tempo, maker culture that proudly provides products and services to support the American Warfighter!

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Install, configure, and maintain operating system, software, and hardware
  • Monitor system performance to improve availability and reliability
  • Perform system upgrades, patch management, and server maintenance tasks to enhance system security and functionality
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
  • Perform backup and recovery operations at regular intervals using Veeam Backup & Replication (configuration, monitoring, and management)
  • Utilize ITIL-based processes to capture tasks and obtain approvals
  • Develop and maintain documentation of system and network configurations
  • Provide technical support and guidance to end-users
  • Support network design, configuration, and ongoing network infrastructure management (switches, routers, firewalls)
  • Administer hybrid Microsoft 365 environments including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Azure Active Directory
  • Utilization of an RMS platform for remote maintenance or end user support

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar major with extensive computer-based or technical content), or 8 years of experience in lieu of education
  • Minimum of 5 years of system administration experience in any size environment
  • Foundational understanding of UNIX and Windows systems
  • Core understanding of networking (e.g., routing, switching, protocols, and basic network security)
  • 3-5 years of system administration experience supporting Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS) requirements
  • Experience administering hybrid Microsoft 365 environments
  • Hands-on experience with Veeam Backup & Replication for backup and disaster recovery planning
  • Experience in network engineering tasks such as design, implementation, and support of enterprise networks
  • Experience in server patching and maintenance best practices
  • Experience working with ITIL Service Transition and Operation processes, such as Change Management and Incident Management
  • Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / NON-ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong presentation, and effective communication
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently when required
  • Experience in Agile environments
  • Experience working in Cloud DevOps environments, such as Azure DevOps
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS)
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and DoD compliance policies
  • IAT II certification required (e.g., Security+, Cloud+) or obtained within 6 months of hire date

JOB LOCATION
  • Madison, Alabama, United States

POSITION TYPE
  • Full-Time/Regular

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS
  • Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package

SHIP REQUIRED
  • Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE
  • Yes

Skills

AWS
Active Directory
Agile
Azure
Git

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