Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the exciting Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, is seeking a talented System Administrator. The growing Madison, AL-based small business is seeking innovative individuals who want to join an up tempo, maker culture that proudly provides products and services to support the American Warfighter! JOB DESCRIPTION: • Install, configure, and maintain operating system, software, and hardware • Monitor system performance to improve availability and reliability • Perform system upgrades, patch management, and server maintenance tasks to enhance system security and functionality • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues • Perform backup and recovery operations at regular intervals using Veeam Backup & Replication (configuration, monitoring, and management) • Utilize ITIL-based processes to capture tasks and obtain approvals • Develop and maintain documentation of system and network configurations • Provide technical support and guidance to end-users • Support network design, configuration, and ongoing network infrastructure management (switches, routers, firewalls) • Administer hybrid Microsoft 365 environments including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Azure Active Directory • Utilization of an RMS platform for remote maintenance or end user support REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar major with extensive computer-based or technical content), or 8 years of experience in lieu of education • Minimum of 5 years of system administration experience in any size environment • Foundational understanding of UNIX and Windows systems • Core understanding of networking (e.g., routing, switching, protocols, and basic network security) • 3-5 years of system administration experience supporting Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS) requirements • Experience administering hybrid Microsoft 365 environments • Hands-on experience with Veeam Backup & Replication for backup and disaster recovery planning • Experience in network engineering tasks such as design, implementation, and support of enterprise networks • Experience in server patching and maintenance best practices • Experience working with ITIL Service Transition and Operation processes, such as Change Management and Incident Management • Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / NON-ESSENTIAL SKILLS: • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub) • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong presentation, and effective communication • Ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently when required • Experience in Agile environments • Experience working in Cloud DevOps environments, such as Azure DevOps • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) • Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and DoD compliance policies • IAT II certification required (e.g., Security+, Cloud+) or obtained within 6 months of hire date JOB LOCATION • Madison, Alabama, United States POSITION TYPE • Full-Time/Regular COMPENSATION/BENEFITS • Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED • Yes ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE • Yes