Systems Administrator - McMurdo, Antarctica (Austral Summer 2025)

Job Purpose The System Administrator position performs critical IT activities in support of the users. This position is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all servers, network operating systems, backup systems, and production database servers. This position ensures that all systems meet the program standards for the production environments. Duties and Responsibilities Direct role in data center operations & backup tape management. Supports the backup management application and tape library. Vendor coordination for offsite data protection. Server asset (physical & virtual) management. Backup, restore monitoring & troubleshooting. Work with engineers to diagnose and repair hardware problems in lab environments. Document and communicate status, procedures, and plans. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications U.S. citizenship or permanent residence is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited university. Two years of experience. Solid Microsoft Windows Server experience is mandatory; Linux experience is a plus. Basic networking knowledge and proficiency in MS Office is a must. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Documentation writing skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to work both independently with little supervision and in a team environment. Competencies Technical capacity. Organizational skills. Strategic thinking. Problem-solving/analysis. Physical Requirements Deployment will be required in this position. The individual in this position must successfully complete physical and dental examinations as required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action. Complies with applicable USAP/ASC safety, environmental, health, and waste management policies and procedures. Individual must be capable of operating a standard desktop computer; must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Position Expectations This is a full-time, seasonal position located in Antarctica. All expenses paid while deployed, including meals, lodging, cold-weather gear, tools, and travel to/from Antarctica. Candidate must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Performance Period: October 2025-February 2026. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer as defined by the EEOC. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Brasil, BR

Posted Date: 3/6/2025