System Administrator - Electronic Flight Bag

Kbr, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Administers deployable IT networks and supports mission planning systems for Defence.

Key Responsibilities

  • system administration
  • server deployment
  • network monitoring
  • firewall management
  • virtual environments
  • documentation

Tasks

-Fostering a positive work environment that is professional, dynamic and innovative. -Perform the System Administration duties for maintaining a Deployable IT Network and the associated ICT infrastructure inclusive of: -Monitoring network backups and implementing recovery procedures if/when required. -Deployment, configuration, maintenance and upgrade of server and workstation infrastructure. -Management of the evolution of hardware, data, tools and processes in fixed and deployed IT environments, for ADF mission planning systems. -The development of solutions to resolve issues with data support for MPS. -Maintaining internal virtual environments to support software development, testing and provide operational support. -Identifying and managing program technical risks and issues within the support to operations scope. -Supporting Dell hardware including PowerEdge servers and configuration of deployable networks. -Applying host-based firewall configuration and management, ensuring the security of remote devices in a deployed network. -Installing, configuring, testing and deploying system software. -Monitoring and management of network infrastructure, including routers and switches. -Maintaining network security, treatment and reporting of security breaches. -Ensuring network peripheral devices such as printers and scanners remain functional. -Accepting responsibility and accountability for assigned project(s), including performance accountability. -Updating, reviewing, and verifying documentation produced in support of project development and sustainment.

Requirements

  • sccm
  • vmware
  • sharepoint
  • powershell
  • nv1
  • sql

What You Bring

-Experience with Defence ICT environments (including Defence Protected Environment (DPE) and Defence Secret Environment (DSE)). -Technical/Administration level experience managing domain workstations operating MS Windows. -Well-developed interpersonal skills. -Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)/System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) -VMware vSphere ESXi Hypervisor and Management Console. -Strong client and staff engagement, relationship and communications skills. -SharePoint 365. -The security and accreditation of MPS on IT Networks. -Acting with a degree of autonomy for team and system tasking outcomes. -Experience with LaTeX document creation software. -Advanced Office Computing Application knowledge in Excel, Word & XML. -Experience with the following; -Administrative experience in MS SQL. -Highly articulate with excellent attention to detail. -Apple iOS. -Working knowledge of Aviation Mission Planning and of the Defence Air Component – Command and Control Capability System (AC-C2CS) environment. -Current AGSVA security clearance – NV1 or higher -Mobile Device Managment. -Network protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP). -Tertiary or vocational qualifications in Network and Systems Administration / IT Engineering and Architecture, including demonstrable experience with; -Intel McAfee EPO Suite. -Microsoft PowerShell Administration in Team Foundation Server. -Experience in software development environments, including software and unit testing. -A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US) -Working knowledge of MS Windows Server Platforms. -Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in IT support roles with at least two years’ experience providing System Administration services in Australian Federal Government Departments, preferably within the Defence framework. -CASG/Defence/Defence Industry experience.

Benefits

-Salary packaging/Novated leasing -Competitive salary (including annual reviews) -Paid Parental leave -Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways -Discounted employee stock purchase plans -Paid Reservist leave -Flexible working conditions -Income protection -Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts -Corporate rewards

The Company

About Kbr, Inc.

-Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure. -Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D. -Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing. -Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning. -Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities. -Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Sector Specialisms

Science

Technology

Engineering

Sustainability

Space Systems

Military Aircraft

Energy Industry

Government Solutions

Research

Design

Process Improvement

Training

Advanced Simulation

Modeling

Infrastructure

Cutting-edge Aerospace

Environmental Solutions

Technology-led Solutions

Commercial and Operational Discipline

Corporate Social Responsibility

Community Outreach

Charitable Giving