Job Title: Network Administrator - Mission IT Operator

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico

Job Category: Information Technology

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Company Overview:

Stillwater is seeking a Network Administrator - Mission IT Operator to support a critical 24x7 engineering operations team in Las Cruces, NM . This role provides essential support for detection, isolation, and resolution of mission-critical ground segment issues and serves as the first responder for site-wide technical anomalies. Candidates will work within a high-visibility, multi-location enterprise and directly support customer mission needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain optimal performance of technical baseline infrastructure to ensure continuous mission support.

Monitor, recognize, evaluate, and troubleshoot system and network issues in real time.

Maintain privileged user access across multiple high-priority systems.

Interface daily with senior government officials, international partners, engineers, and system operators.

Interpret system documentation and log anomalies using discrepancy tracking tools.

Gather data during system failures and coordinate resolution as a single point of contact.

Escalate issues to Tier 2 support when necessary and conduct call-ins as required.

Collaborate with enterprise-wide engineering teams to resolve operational challenges.

Configure, maintain, and support internal and external network systems.

Develop, maintain, and secure all systems, network configurations, and applications.

Troubleshoot network performance and contribute to disaster recovery planning.

Recommend software/hardware upgrades and provide end-user technical support.

Participate in routine software operations and maintenance tasks.

Work Schedule:

12-hour shifts , 7 days a week , with shift rotation every 3 months :

Day Shift: 0600-1800

Night Shift: 1800-0600

This position supports 24x7 operations , including weekends and holidays. Basic Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph

AA degree in technical discipline

4-12 years of relevant experience

Broad understanding of high-priority systems in a multi-location environment

Excellent communication skills for effective coordination across distributed teams

Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification (Security+ required)

Willingness to work non-standard hours and rotating shifts

ITIL Foundation certification preferred Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in system administration for UNIX, Linux, and Windows

Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware)

Knowledge of Enterprise Management Systems such as HP OpenView and CA-based tools

Bachelor's degree in a related field Stillwater is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age veteran status or any other protected class. If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability please contact us at571-525 2482

Stillwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Stillwater Human Capital is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected class. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's Affirmative Action policy statement, please contact the Human Resources Department.

If you require assistance with the application process due to a disability, please contact us at (571)-543-0171.

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