COLSA is seeking a System Administrator to support enterprise and Center-specific IT operations at the NASA Shared Services Center (NSSC) located at Stennis Space Center, MS. The selected candidate will provide administration, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and technical support for enterprise systems, applications, and end-user computing environments supporting mission and operational activities.
Must reside within a commutable distance of Stennis Space Center and be able to work on-site as needed to support collaboration with functional managers and staff, system implementations, troubleshooting activities, operational support, and coordination efforts.
Duties include:
Administer, maintain, and support enterprise systems, operating systems, applications, and infrastructure supporting NSSC operations
Assist with managing system configuration, deployment, patching, upgrades, performance monitoring, and operational availability across enterprise environments
Provide technical support and problem resolution for system, application, and user issues
Support implementation and administration of Center-specific and third-party software solutions across enterprise and government-furnished environments
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain system reliability and continuity of operations
Administer user accounts, access controls, authentication methods, and security configurations in accordance with organizational policies and standards
Support software lifecycle management activities, including software inventory, licensing coordination, and compliance monitoring
Assist with vulnerability remediation, system hardening, patch management, and compliance with IT security requirements
Support enterprise collaboration technologies, conference room systems, and operational A/V environments
Maintain technical documentation, system procedures, and operational support guidance
Participate in implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise IT systems and processes
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits
Required SkillsRequired Experience
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent experience
Familiarity with supporting Windows-based enterprise environments and enterprise applications
Familiarity with administering and troubleshooting enterprise software, operating systems, and user access management
Familiarity with Active Directory administration and enterprise authentication methods
Familiarity with IT security principles, system hardening, patch management, and compliance requirements
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
U.S. Citizenship required; Ability to pass background investigation for a position of NASA Public Trust
Must reside within a commutable distance of Stennis Space Center and be able to work on-site as needed to support collaboration with functional managers and staff, system implementations, troubleshooting activities, operational support, and coordination efforts.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with using ServiceNow for ticket management and IT service support activities
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 collaboration environments
Familiarity with network administration concepts and enterprise troubleshooting methodologies
Familiarity with supporting government or enterprise IT environments preferred
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
