Junior System Administrator

Tyto Athene•Wpafb, OH

6d•$95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Tyto Athene is searching for a detail-oriented and proactive mid level System Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in system administration and possess a Security+ certification or an equivalent industry-recognized certification in cybersecurity or system administration. This role will support the maintenance, security, and optimization of IT infrastructure, ensuring the seamless operation of our systems and networks.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in system administration or a related IT role.
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification OR CompTIA Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GSEC, GICSP, and the SSCP certification
Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
Experience with Active Directory administration, including user and group management, GPOs, and security policies.
Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, etc.).
Basic understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and risk mitigation strategies.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues effectively.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Pursuant to the government contractual requirements, all applicants must be U.S. Citizens.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a government or DoD environment.
Knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain hardware, software, and network systems.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply necessary patches and updates.
Administer user accounts, permissions, and system security settings.
Implement and maintain cybersecurity best practices, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies.
Assist in the deployment and management of backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Provide technical support to end-users, resolving IT-related issues promptly.
Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Collaborate with senior IT staff to enhance system efficiency and security.