Systems Administrator Specialist - Intermediate with Security Clearance

Position Overview Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Ft. Huachuca, AZ Travel: None expected Clearance: Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required Summary/Objective Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking energetic candidates to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team. Essential Functions * Manages the daily activities of configuration and operation of the organization's IT systems and applications. * Assists in the installation, maintenance, and general support of IT systems. * Identifies and resolves problems associated with operating systems. * Analyzes and resolves problems associated with server hardware/software and applications software. * Detects, diagnoses, and reports related problems on both server, desktop, and mobile IT systems. * Assists users with questions or issues related to accessing and using IT systems. Installs new software releases and system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches, and resolves software related problems. * Performs system backup and recovery procedures. * Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity. * Performs system capacity analysis and planning and optimizes system operation and resource utilization. * Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure that systems support the organization's business requirements and meet the needs of end users. * Defines system requirements based on user/client needs, cost, scalability, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms. * Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Required Education and Experience * Requires a Bachelor's degree; or an Associate's degree with at least 2 years of experience; at least 60 semester hours of formal education working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience; or 6 years of experience. * Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization can be substituted for experience or education but varies by certification. * The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties. * Must be familiar with a variety of systems administration concepts, practices, and procedures. * Must be adept at problem solving, identifying risk, and communicating results and recommendations to department management. * A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. * DoD 8570.01M IAT/IAM/IASAE certification What We Offer: * 401(k) Matching * Company Events * Dental Insurance * Employee Recognition Programs * Health Insurance * Life Insurance * Paid Time Off * Parental Leave * Performance Incentives * Student Loan Repayment * Tuition Reimbursement * Vision Insurance All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.