Infrastructure Technician

Omitron is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Infrastructure Technician to oversee and maintain our organization’s IT systems, networks, and security infrastructure on our team at Vandenberg SFB, CA. This role will be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and scalability of our IT environment through effective management of network, systems, storage, and disaster recovery processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT operations, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. They must be available for limited surge and late-night support during test events, with on-call support for non-duty hours and weekends.

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Responsibilities:

• Monitoring network performance and identifying potential issues.
• Optimizing network infrastructure for speed and efficiency.
• Troubleshooting network problems and ensuring connectivity.
• Implementing and maintaining network security measures.
• Managing network devices and protocols.
• Overseeing and managing IT systems on-prem and cloud-based.
• Ensuring the smooth functioning of IT infrastructure.
• Deploying and managing hardware and software.
• Configuring and maintaining systems.
• Monitoring system performance and resource utilization.
• Identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities.
• Implementing and enforcing security policies and procedures.
• Monitoring for security breaches and incidents.
• Ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Managing storage resources, including servers, storage devices, and cloud storage.
• Ensuring data availability and integrity.
• Implementing and maintaining backup and recovery solutions.
• Optimizing storage performance and capacity.
• Developing and implementing disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Testing and maintaining disaster recovery procedures.
• Ensuring that systems and data can be restored quickly in the event of a disaster.
• Continuously monitoring infrastructure performance and identifying potential problems before they impact operations.
• Performing regular maintenance and upgrades to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Quickly identifying and resolving issues.
• Implementing automation to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.
• Effectively communicating with stakeholders and collaborating with other IT teams.

Minimum Requirements:

• US Citizenship required
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI required to start
• Education: Bachelors or M.S. in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science related discipline
• Experience: 10 years (15 years in lieu of degree) of experience in IT infrastructure or systems administration roles
• Certification: One of the following 8140 or 8570 certifications:
  • Security CE
  • GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
  • GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC)
  • FITSP-Auditor-NG
  • FITSP-Manager-NG
  • CASP CE
  • CISSP (Or Associate)
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • GCED
  • GCIH
• Proficiency in managing networks, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and security protocols
• Experience with backup/recovery solutions and disaster recovery planning
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Must be available for limited surge and late-night support during test events, with on-call support for non-duty hours and weekends.

Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this role is $135,000 to $196,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors.

Benefits include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA or FSA accounts
• Company paid ST/LT Disability and AD&D insurance
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Leave
• Parental Leave
• 401k with company match
• Supplemental Insurance options like AFLAC
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Voluntary Life Insurance

Company Overview:
Omitron is an Aerospace Engineering and Information Technology small business firm headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland with a field office located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since 1984, Omitron has provided excellence in engineering services and product development to government and industry customers for both civilian and military aerospace programs.

Omitron recognizes that outstanding people are the key to our success. Our goal is to select highly qualified and motivated individuals and provide them with an environment necessary to stimulate and nurture engineering and business objectives. Omitron offers its employees competitive salaries, a full benefits package, and excellent career growth opportunities. We welcome talented professionals who wish to take advantage of the opportunities we offer.

At Omitron, we believe that a workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration will be a successful one. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Per Title VII, our hiring decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and experience, in accordance with our commitment to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination policies. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for excellence and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We also support a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our workplace initiatives are open to all and designed to create a culture of belonging for everyone.

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