Information Systems Administrator

Space Dynamics Laboratory•Stafford, VA

1d•$121,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Information Systems Administrator for its C4ISR Systems Division in Stafford, Virginia. The position is full-time, onsite, and non-remote. The selected candidate must have experience with cloud-based services, with Azure-centric skills preferred and equivalent AWS experience acceptable. The role requires a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and reliable professional with strong verbal and written communication skills who can manage multiple tasks, work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and execute tasks independently. The C4ISR Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR for defense, intelligence, and national security. The Information Systems Administrator integrates and manages cloud infrastructure and services according to customer security guidelines, deploys and troubleshoots cloud initiatives throughout the development lifecycle, supports teams adopting cloud initiatives, and helps design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based networks. The role also applies cybersecurity risk management practices and DISA STIGs.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
10 or more years of relevant experience.
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related technical discipline, or an additional five years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux system administration.
Experience with cloud virtual networks, virtual machine deployment, and cloud Kubernetes service deployment and administration.
Experience with cloud-based services using Azure or AWS; Azure-centric skills are listed, but equivalent AWS experience is acceptable.
Detail-oriented, with good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, be self-motivated and reliable, and execute tasks independently.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD SECRET clearance or eligibility for a Top Secret clearance.
Experience with Kubernetes and containerization.
Experience with Nessus, ACAS, SCAP, DISA STIGs, and Cloud Policy.
Azure Administrator Associate certification.
CompTIA Security+ certification.
Red Hat OpenShift experience.
Experience with the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle.
Experience deploying cloud-based architectures with Azure Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform, or Azure CLI / PowerShell.
Experience migrating on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based services.
Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, VPN infrastructure, load balancing, application firewalls, and distributed networks.
Knowledge of cloud performance monitoring, log analytics, and observability.
Multi-cloud experience or matching professional-level cloud certifications.

Responsibilities

Integrate cloud-based infrastructure and services.
Manage cloud environments in accordance with customer security guidelines.
Deploy and debug cloud initiatives as needed, following best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Educate teams on implementing new cloud-based initiatives and provide associated training as required.
Use proactive problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues before they become larger problems.
Work with Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework, DISA STIGs, and best practices.
Help design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based networks.