Job Summary:
Red Canyon Engineering & Software is an employee-owned aerospace and engineering services company supporting critical national programs across NASA and the Department of Defense. They are seeking an experienced Information Technology Specialist III to support mission-critical IT and cybersecurity operations at NASA Wallops Flight Facility, focusing on the administration and maintenance of complex IT systems and infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
โข Administer, configure, monitor, and maintain Windows and/or Linux server environments supporting mission and operational systems, including system patching, account management, backup and recovery, and performance optimization.
โข Support enterprise system administration activities including virtualization platforms, Active Directory management, storage systems, system hardening, configuration management, and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues across operational IT environments.
โข Support the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of enterprise IT systems and infrastructure.
โข Perform systems requirements development, allocation, and technical analysis for IT and mission support systems.
โข Administer and support LAN/WAN environments, telecommunications systems, and network infrastructure.
โข Provide network and systems management, administration, and troubleshooting support.
โข Support cybersecurity operations including vulnerability mitigation, intrusion detection, authentication systems, and cybersecurity compliance activities.
โข Lead implementation and coordination of cybersecurity programs across multiple systems and platforms.
โข Conduct cybersecurity studies, assessments, surveys, and technical reviews of IT systems and infrastructure.
โข Evaluate and design systems supporting database structure, access, and information management requirements.
โข Analyze technical requirements and develop solutions supporting operational and mission objectives.
โข Prepare and review technical specifications for IT-related procurements to ensure cybersecurity and technical requirements are properly addressed.
โข Coordinate technical activities and provide direction or guidance to junior personnel and peers as required.
โข Support continuous improvement initiatives related to IT reliability, cybersecurity posture, and operational performance.
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Bachelorโs degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
โข Experience coordinating technical activities and directing or mentoring peers.
โข Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
โข Experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure and network operations.
โข Experience with cybersecurity principles, vulnerability mitigation, and secure system administration.
โข Strong understanding of network architecture, system administration, and IT infrastructure management.
Company:
Red Canyon Engineering and Software develops cutting-edge technology to help humankind explore space and other planets, as well as advanced renewable resources on Earth. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Denver, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.