IT Systems Administrator (NASA Ballon Program)
Peraton · Palestine, TX, US
About this role
## IT Systems Administrator (NASA Ballon Program) ### Overview Peraton provides management and technical support for NASA’s scientific balloon program, enabling science missions for NASA, universities, and international scientific communities. Balloon missions offer relatively quick, long-duration access to near-space environments at a fraction of the cost of satellite missions. This role supports mission-critical operations at the Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility (CSBF) in Palestine, TX, where support hardware and balloon gondola payloads are designed, analyzed, built, and assembled. ### Responsibilities - Manage Windows domain environments and oversee computer management across CSBF domains - Implement and maintain network architecture (including structured cabling and network rewiring projects) - Support NASA IT security requirements (account controls, access permissions, system hardening, and documentation compliance) - Support web administration (website redesign and modernization for usability, security, and stakeholder communications) - Provide 24x7 IT support during international flight campaigns and peak mission periods - Assist with infrastructure projects (relocation/construction of new buildings; installation/programming of network communications) - Participate in preventative maintenance, audits, and system upgrades ### Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; **or** 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree - Ability to support field operations and troubleshoot complex firewall/network issues - Strong knowledge of network architecture and structured cabling - Must be a **US Citizen** - Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a NASA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card (background check and drug screen required) ### Desired Qualifications - Network+ or Security+ certification - Experience in Windows domain management - Web administration skills (website design and server configuration) - Familiarity with Linux - Strong organizational skills; ability to manage concurrent projects and work in a team ### Travel - Travel to New Mexico for approximately **two weeks** during the summer ### Salary Range - **$66,000 – $106,000** (typical range; determined by factors including experience, education, skills, and location) ### Equal Opportunity Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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