System Administrator 3 - St. Louis, MO with Security Clearance

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Job description

Your Future at M.C. Dean We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have ameaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world's most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained-enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better. We are seeking a System Administrator 3 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit.As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets. Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance REQUIRED Work Type: Full-time What you'll do: This is a unique position where you will be a part of the technical team working in the field on a complex, secure, mission critical building construction site, programming, configuring, and testing the security systems currently being installed, and then transition to the role of technical specialist for the sustainment of the systems in support of U.S. Government operations and their mission. In this role position you will be responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining, testing, securing, and monitoring Badging Systems, Visitor Management Systems, Physical Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Video Surveillance Systems, Intercom Systems, IT Networks, and other Integrated Electronic Systems. As the mission requirements evolve, you will additionally assist the sustainment team in the performance of systems and equipment additions, deletions, and/or other configurational changes. Candidates must be able to accommodate flexibility in schedule, be neat in appearance, and be able to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers. Punctuality, attendance, intellectual acuity, a willingness to learn, and an ability to work well with others are the keys to success in this role. This is not a work-from-home position; the job requires full-time physical presence at the site. Have or be able to acquire required systems certifications (e.g. Software House CCURE 9000 and Bosch BVMS). Willingness to initially work on an active construction and be an integral part of the construction team. Stand-up, program, and configure systems to support their installation during the construction phase. Work with the cybersecurity team posturing and troubleshooting systems during the construction and sustainment phases. Manage physical security system support to meet operational requirements. Analyze physical security system performance and recommend improvements. Resolve complex system issues for physical security systems and networks. Provide direct technical support and escalation. Communicate with customers, manufacturers, vendors,engineers, and project leadership. Train system users and other system support personnel. Analyze and modify preventive maintenance checklists for system changes. Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions. Perform preventive maintenance actions including back-ups, error log reviews,loading patches and updates, and integrity checks. Organize and prepare detailed documentation of system performance, including service request records and analysis. Perform installation and management of device firmware, equipment and system software, computer applications, and system and device drivers. Perform all duties with minimal direct supervision. Key Requirements: Education: Computer Science, Engineering Degree, or a Related Technical Discipline 5+ Years of Experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, Cybersecurity 8+ Years of Experience with an Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, Cybersecurity 10+ Years of Experience with a High School Diploma Must have or be able to obtain an IAT Level 2 certification such as a CompTIA Security+ Currently resides in the greater St. Louis, MO area, or is willing to commute. Required Progressive Experience: Requires system administrator experience in performing triage on system problems, resolving the system. problems, analyzing system data to prevent problems, implementing new workstations,and system extensions. Requires an understanding of Windows patching and vulnerability remediation. Requires a basic knowledge of Windows active directory hierarchy and implementation. Requires a basic knowledge of large-scale networking, VLANS, switching, and routing. Requires reliable attendance at customer site during work hours required by customer. Requires the ability to work flexible shifts that may include occasional nights,weekends, and holidays. Must have reliable transportation for the purposes of getting to and from work. This position will require some travel periodically to attend training, conferences, meetings, etc. Desired / Advantageous Qualifications Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS (CSEIP) Certification desired. Certification/Experience in CCure 9000 Access Control Systems desired. Certification/Experience in Bosch Video Management Systems (BVMS) desired. Microsoft SQL Server Query writing and management experience desired. Experience troubleshooting and maintaining Microsoft Server desired. Installation and configuration of operating system software (i.e. Window 10/11 and Windows Server 2016/2019/2022) experience desired. Experience programming/administrating Access Control Systems of any type desired. Experience with installation, troubleshooting, and testing of security electronics equipment desired. Character Traits / Abilities Must have demonstrated leadership abilities. Must be safety conscious when working at jobsites and on daily operations. Ability to give and follow directions. Intelligent analytical thinker and problem solver. Highly motivated and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Able to safely traverse and navigate through an active construction site. Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift objects by extending hands or arms in any direction, and be able to generally pick-up objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Listens to and understands information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Communicates information and ideas in speaking and in writing so others will understand. Reads and understands information and ideas presented in writing. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. What we offer: A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust. An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years. Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement. Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management. Abilities: Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Sitting for extended periods of time. Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Identify and understand the speech of another person.

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