Enterprise Infrastructure Systems Administrator

Job Description

• Job Description

• Responsible for the administration of one or more of the following data systems: Computer systems hardware, software, information systems & peripheral equipment's such as servers, desktops, printers and storage devices. Maintains, installs, upgrades and configures data systems, administers operating systems, and maintains basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups. Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; continuing to build higher-level knowledge and skills. Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. Uses prescribed guidelines or policies to analyze and resolve problems using applicable experience, judgement, and precedents. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in related field and typically require at least 2 years of related experience; or requires an equivalent combination of related training and experience.

• BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR.

  Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

  KBR has an immediate need for an energetic and dynamic Enterprise Infrastructure Systems Administrator in support of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation & Science (EROS) Center (http://eros.usgs.gov/) near Sioux Falls, SD (http://www.siouxfalls.org).

  The EROS Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) is seeking an Enterprise Infrastructure Systems Administrator to join a diverse and highly skilled team. This role leads technical operations across both Windows and Unix/Linux environments (with a primary focus on Linux). The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, mentorship, and deep technical expertise in managing on-premises, virtual, and cloud-based systems.

  You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of IT systems and services—including deployment, configuration, maintenance, and decommissioning. This position emphasizes security, automation, and continuous improvement, while also fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team.

  *** Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a

  Government Security credential ***

  Education: Minimum of an AA in Computer Science; BS/BA preferred.

  Experience: Minimum of six years of directly related technical, professional experience required.

  Essential Job Functions:

  • Lead and support the administration of Linux (RHEL, OEL, Rocky) and Windows environments.
  • Configure, maintain, and monitor physical and virtual servers, containers, and specialized software.
  • Perform system maintenance, patching, and vulnerability remediation to ensure a secure and stable environment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues using diagnostic tools and root cause analysis.
  • Manage user access controls and system security settings.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs and system configurations.
  • Serve as a technical lead on IT projects, from design through implementation and post-deployment support.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated IT solutions.
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.

  Required Skills:

  • Associate degree in Computer Science or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
  • Minimum of 6 years of directly related technical experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of Linux (RHEL, OEL, Rocky) and Windows operating systems.
  • Experience with server, application, and container provisioning and automation.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and data formats (e.g., JSON, YAML).
  • Familiarity with IaC/CaC tools (e.g., Ansible, SaltStack, Terraform).
  • Experience with virtualization and container platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere, NetApp, Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Solid understanding of security practices, incident/problem management, and monitoring tools.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

  Other Desired Skills:

  • Certifications such as RHCSA, VCP, AWS, Azure, or ITIL v3/v4 Foundation.
  • Experience with tools like Jira (Agile/Scrum), BMC Remedy, SolarWinds, Splunk, Nlyte DCIM.
  • Awareness or experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
  • Familiarity with code debugging tools and techniques.

  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential
  • The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hiring to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account

  Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.

  KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

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  KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.?

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