IT Team Lead/ Systems Administrator

  • Full-time
  • Verisk Business: AER

Company Description

Atmospheric and Environmental Research (AER), a Verisk business, has been helping businesses and governments better anticipate and manage climate and weather-related risks for more than 40 years. Large government agencies like NOAA, NASA and the Departments of Defense and Energy rely on AER’s scientists to help solve weather and climate related problems of vital national importance in energy, environment and national security. Large insurance, energy and investment firms count on AER to help them decrease weather-related losses and increase profitability by integrating state-of-the-art climate science and weather information into their planning and decision processes.  To learn more about AER please visit us at: www.aer.com. We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! 

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.    

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.    

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.  

Job Description

Atmospheric and Environmental Research (AER) is actively seeking a IT Team Leader/SysAdmin to support our Space Weather R&D team in Albuquerque, NM. As a member of the Space Vehicles Directorate Battle Space Environment (RVB) mission data center you will support multiple projects and play an essential role ensuring the integrity and on-time delivery of customer data sets. The work will be performed at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Kirtland Air Force Base.

The specialized duties and responsibilities of this position include:

·       Coordinate and delegate the responsibilities of the IT team

·       Conduct training sessions with employees so that they can be equipped with new knowledge and skills to remain current

·       Troubleshooting and repairing workstation, server, and peripheral hardware

·       Documenting and tracking problems, and coordinating with mission stakeholders and programming staff to resolve system problems

·       Provides Cybersecurity policy guidance and compliance recommendations to staff, programs and customers

·       Serves as the Alternate Communications Security (COMSEC) Manager for all cryptographic activities

·       This position also requires responding to customer and user support requests, and delivering data products to customers and end users

Competitive candidates must have at least a B.S. Degree plus 4 years’ experience, or an A.S. Degree plus six years’ experience and good technical and support skills. They must also possess strong technical and communication skills, problem solving and customer interaction skills for a fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

The following are required:

·       Excellent written and oral communication skills

·       Ability to lead a diverse team of professionals

·       Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities

·       Experience working in a Linux (virtual machine and physical server) environment

·       Experience with cloning software and creating OS images

·       Experience with Linux shell scripting

·       Experience with the DoD STIG/SCAP/RADIX process and requirements

·       User level support and interaction

·       Proficient with securing/hardening Windows and Linux OS

·       Experienced with security software (ACAS) and documenting security issues

·       Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of the position must have the appropriate IA certification in place prior to hire

These positions are open to US citizens and successful applicants must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret level clearance. AER offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

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