Employment Opportunities

Join the University of Dayton's Prestigious Research Institute! The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Industrial Control Systems Administrator to join our esteemed Sensor & Software Systems division in Warner Robins, GA. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic professional to be part of a premier research institution dedicated to innovation and excellence. Apply today!

This position is supporting the Air Force Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO). The RSO increases mission readiness by rapidly identifying, applying and scaling technology essential to the operation and sustainment of the U.S. Air Force. Success comes from our teamwork and mutual respect for each other’s talents and unique perspectives. This role supports the government cyber lead and provides cybersecurity support for advanced software-intensive technologies to include agile manufacturing, conditioned-based maintenance, augmented reality/virtual reality, learning neural networks, cloud-based infrastructure and services, and robotics.

Responsibilities for System Administrator

• Assist in Cybersecurity Planning and Maintenance: The System Administrator will assist in planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity oversight for all aspects of the AMPO cybersecurity program.
• Prevent Unauthorized Access: Prevent and defend AMPO cybersecurity program Information Systems against unauthorized access

• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of system administration experience.
• Security Clearance: This position requires a favorably completed Personnel Security Investigation, also known as a trustworthiness determination, typically referred to as a Tier-3 (T3) investigation. Note that this does not result in clearance eligibility.
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+ ce certification or other DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification.
• System Administration Certifications: System administration and IT certifications in Linux and Microsoft Windows.
• Virtualization Knowledge: Working knowledge of virtualization platforms such as VMware or equivalent.
• Security Policies Implementation: Working knowledge of implementing local security policies on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of systems and networking software, hardware, and networking protocols.
• Scripting and Automation: Experience with scripting and automation tools.
• IT Strategy and Planning: Proven track record of developing and implementing IT strategy and plans.
• Helpdesk and IT Operations: Strong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing helpdesk and IT operations best practices, including expertise in security, storage, data protection, disaster recovery, and incident response protocols.
• Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Citizenship: Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Tier 3 Background Investigation: Successfully completed a Tier 3 background investigation within the past 5 years.
• Cloud Knowledge: Working knowledge of cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Microsoft Azure.
• Gov Cloud Administration: Experience with Gov Cloud administration.
• CloudOne Administration: Experience with CloudOne administration.
• Industrial Control Network Experience: Experience working with industrial control networks.
• Additive Manufacturing Systems: Experience with additive manufacturing systems.
• Diverse Communities Experience: Experience working with socially and culturally diverse communities.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.