Buscojobs | principal system administrator

Apply locations : Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Time type : Full time Posted on : Posted Yesterday Job requisition id : R2098227 Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world About KBR : KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries. With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers. KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. The Opportunity : The Principal System Administrator will provide technical expertise and advice to support the Mission Planning Systems (MPS) Project Manager and Mission IT and Security Solutions (MITSS) Line of Business within KBR. Under direction from the Project Manager, this position will support the delivery of a number of projects primarily for Defence, ensuring the delivery of secure, compliant, and accredited IT systems. Responsibilities : Perform the System Administration duties for maintaining a Deployable IT Network and the associated ICT infrastructure inclusive of : Technical support to the development, introduction into service, and sustainment of the network. Management of the evolution of hardware, data, tools, and processes in fixed and deployed IT environments, for ADF mission planning systems. Deployment, configuration, maintenance, and upgrade of server and workstation infrastructure. Monitoring and management of network infrastructure, including routers and switches. Applying host-based firewall configuration and management, ensuring the security of remote devices in a deployed network. Maintaining internal virtual environments to support software development, testing, and provide operational support. Ensuring network peripheral devices such as printers and scanners remain functional. Monitoring network backups and implementing recovery procedures if / when required. Maintaining network security, treatment, and reporting of security breaches. Installing, configuring, testing, and deploying system software. Technical support to : The development of solutions to resolve issues with data support for MPS. The security and accreditation of MPS on IT Networks. Identifying and managing program technical risks and issues within the support to operations scope. Updating, reviewing, and verifying documentation produced in support of project development and sustainment. Accepting responsibility and accountability for assigned project(s), including performance accountability. Acting with a degree of autonomy for team and system tasking outcomes. Fostering a positive work environment that is professional, dynamic, and innovative. As the ideal candidate you will bring : Current AGSVA security clearance – NV1 or higher Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in IT support roles with at least two years’ experience providing System Administration services in Australian Federal Government Departments, preferably within the Defence framework. Tertiary or vocational qualifications in Network and Systems Administration / IT Engineering and Architecture, including demonstrable experience with : Supporting Dell hardware including Power Edge servers and configuration of deployable networks. Network protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, TCP / IP). Working knowledge of MS Windows Server Platforms. Technical / Administration level experience managing domain workstations operating MS Windows. VMware v Sphere ESXi Hypervisor and Management Console. Data Backup and Recovery Procedures and Software. Experience in software development environments, including software and unit testing. Strong client and staff engagement, relationship, and communications skills. Highly articulate with excellent attention to detail. Well-developed interpersonal skills. CASG / Defence / Defence Industry experience. Experience with the following : Intel Mc Afee EPO Suite. Microsoft Power Shell Administration in Team Foundation Server. Administrative experience in MS SQL. Experience with La Te X document creation software. Advanced Office Computing Application knowledge in Win10, Excel, Word & XML. Experience with Defence ICT environments (including Defence Protected Environment (DPE) and Defence Secret Environment (DSE)). Working knowledge of Aviation Mission Planning and of the Defence Air Component – Command and Control Capability System (AC-C2 CS) environment. Project Scheduling experience. What we will offer you : A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work Competitive salary (including annual reviews) Paid parental leave Income protection Corporate rewards Salary packaging / Novated leasing Employee stock purchase plans Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance Career development : Online learning, mentorship and career pathways If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now! KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community, and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply. As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). #J-18808-Ljbffr