TSA System Administrator/Corporate IT Administrator

Job Type: Full-time, Contract - R&K Corporate Office, Newport News, VA

R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (R&K) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with core capabilities in Mission Support, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Exercise/Training, and Defense Healthcare in support of our Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian customers.

Under contract, R&K supports the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) by providing general technical management support to the Office of Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) and TSA field organizations for the development, execution, and administration of the TSA Environmental Management Program. Support services include maintaining and operating the Environmental Management System (EMS) Web Portal designed to track the environmental performance of 450 TSA operations across the nation.

The position has dual responsibilities, namely, a) TSA System Administrator and b) Corporate IT Administrator.

In the role of Corporate IT Administrator, the candidate is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of R&K s IT systems and ensuring that the systems are running effectively. The candidate must conduct consistent analyses of the computer system and install updates when needed. The Corporate IT administrator is required to assess the organization's security programs and run the system for viruses and spyware, as well as extend support to R&K s end-users.

In the role of TSA System Administrator, the candidate will work with a team of 2.5 full-time equivalents in maintaining and operating the EMS Web Portal, a TSA IT system housed and operated by R&K. TSA System Administrator will work collaboratively with the Information System Security Officer in ensuring the EMS Web Portal is compliant with TSA accreditation and certification requirements. The TSA System Administrator will work collaboratively with the System Analyst in conducting coding changes that correct and/or enhance the functionality of the EMS Web Portal for end-users.

Title: TSA System Administrator/Corporate IT Technology Administrator

Location: R&K Corporate Office, Newport News, VA

Duration: Permanent/Full-Time

Clearance: A Public Trust background check is required and a Public Trust clearance must be granted before access to the System or other TSA resources is granted.

Start Date: Upon Approval

Duties: The successful candidate shall:

• Lead IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems, services, and certifications
• Monitor performance and security of information technology systems to make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure
• Help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes
• Provide IT support for company
• Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software
• Provide daily network administration support to maintain hardware and firmware, and maintain/enhance network security
• Oversee management of server and workstation environments: Windows and iOS
• Study and analyze the performance and capacities of the systems and peripheral equipment/systems and prepare plans for future expansion and upgrades
• Work with vendors in ensuring component software are up to date and in compliance
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and outages for quick remediation
• Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
• Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies

Desired Skills: Familiarity with C sharp, SQL Manager, Visual Studio, Entity Framework, Kendo.

Requirements: The candidate shall meet the following qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in an IT-related field is desired
• Minimum of eight years of IT experience required
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize
• Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills

Experience with the following:

• Windows 10, Windows Server, Exchange Server, iOS, Office, Office 365, Adobe
• Email Server Administration, POP, IMAP, Exchange
• Website Hosting, IIS
• Experience with Microsoft 365 is desired

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Information Technology: 8 years (Required)
• Database, Network, and Patch Management: 1 year (Required)
• System Security and Data Backup/Recovery: 1 year (Required)

R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer committed to cultural diversity and compliance. All qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for R&K job vacancies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.