Systems Administrator II en Communications & Power Industries

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We are seeking a detail-oriented, security-minded System Administrator to support our enterprise IT infrastructure. This role includes hands-on administration of Windows domain services, Microsoft 365, storage and backup systems, and endpoint management tools in secure and compliance-regulated environments such as Gov Cloud (GCC-High), FedRAMP, and NIST 800-171. This position is ideal for someone with foundational system administration skills who’s looking to grow into a Senior or Principal System Administrator, while directly contributing to infrastructure standardization and operations, and critical IT projects including Windows OS migrations, identity and access management, and certificate-based security. U.S. Citizenship is required.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Administer and support Active Directory, including user/group management, permissions, and GPOs with an emphasis on secure access. 

• Manage Azure services including Exchange Online, Teams with Enterprise Voice (EV), SharePoint, and other collaboration tools — especially in GCC-High / Gov Cloud environments. 

• Administer Microsoft Certificate Authority and on-premises PKI infrastructure, including certificate template management, enrollment policies, lifecycle monitoring, and troubleshooting. 

• Support identity and access management solutions including RSA SecurID, MFA, conditional access policies, and secure authentication protocols. 

• Plan and support Windows 10 to Windows 11 migration initiatives with compliance and endpoint protection considerations. 

• Endpoint management including Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and Software Center for software deployment, patch management, and compliance reporting. 

• Monitor and manage network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IP address allocation. 

• Demonstrable knowledge of Layers 1-4 of the TCP Stack 

• Administer and support NetApp storage and Rubrik backup platforms with a focus on data integrity and disaster recovery readiness. 

• Knowledge of endpoint protection, antivirus, anti-malware, and EDR solutions  

• Perform patching, vulnerability remediation, and system updates in line with security baselines. 

• Support mobile device management (MDM) platforms and remote access solutions. 

• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and access-related issues for end users and systems. 

• Document system configurations, procedures, and compliance-related artifacts. 

• Participate in internal IT projects, including cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and technology rollouts. 

• Assist in compliance tasks, including evidence gathering for audits, and maintaining systems aligned to FedRAMP, CMMC, NIST 800-171, FIPS, and ITAR standards. 

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• Must be a U.S. citizen; permanent residence and visa sponsorship will not be considered. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred. 

• Equivalent technical experience and certifications considered. 

• Hands-on experience managing Active Directory, Windows Server environments, and domain infrastructure. 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (O365) commercial administration, preference for GCC-High or other Gov Cloud environments. 

• Experience administering Microsoft Certificate Authority / PKI infrastructure in an on-premises Windows domain. 

• Experience managing MECM, Software Center for system deployment, inventory, and compliance. 

• Understanding of networking fundamentals including DNS, DHCP, and IP Stack. 

• Familiarity with RSA SecurID, MFA, and access control technologies. 

• Experience supporting Windows 10 to Windows 11 migrations. 

• Experience Managing storage and backup operations. 

• Knowledge of or exposure to FedRAMP, NIST 800-171, FIPS, and ITAR compliance environments. 

• Strong documentation and communication skills, including the ability to clearly record system configurations, procedures, and audit responses. 

• Solid troubleshooting and analytical skills with attention to detail. 

• Strong scripting ability 

• Ability to manage tickets, resolve incidents, and support users in a secure, regulated environment. 

• Proven project management 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Microsoft certifications such as MCSA, Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, Security Fundamentals, or equivalent. 

• Hands-on experience with NetApp storage and Rubrik backup platforms. 

• Familiarity with Enterprise Voice (EV) in Microsoft Teams or other UC/telephony systems. 

• Experience with mobile device management (MDM) via Intune and remote administration tools. 

• Participation in security audits, incident response, or vulnerability remediation workflows. 

• Ability to use PowerShell 

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

 We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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