System Administrator (supporting Naval Research Lab)

About the position

The System Administrator position will join a team performing IT administration and support of a LAN/WAN environment which provides services on Linux, Unix, Windows, Cisco and other network and peripheral systems to support BPTF's mission and administrative network activities. The successful candidate will provide Linux Server and workstation support, maintenance of network devices, services and applications, as well as user support, diagnostics and troubleshooting. Fundamental knowledge of supporting network devices such as firewalls, switches, modems, and routers is desired. The successful candidate will also possess experience supporting Linux related software, protocols, client/server environments, VM, and remote access. Demonstrated experience should include diagnosing, troubleshooting and correcting problems with LAN/WAN services in order to install, configure, maintain and upgrade software on network systems. Strong understanding of network and system security is required. Familiarity with DISA STIGS, NIST guidelines, DoD Accreditation and Common Criteria, and DISA recommended best practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration and deployment of Linux servers and desktops
• Configuration of network hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc.
• Maintenance of system configuration requirements and operating systems to established standards and requirements
• Periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning
• Research and recommend innovative equipment, software, and techniques to improve the network
• Leverage and implement automated approaches for systems administration tasks
• Daily system monitoring to verify the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, system and key processes, system and application logs and verification of completion of scheduled jobs including backups
• Regular security scanning and monitoring to identify possible intrusions
• User account maintenance as required
• Support for User/Operator requests for assistance on configured systems
• Recovery from hardware and software failures per recovery plans, and coordination and communication with affected users in a timely manner
• Application of operating system and application patches and upgrades on a regular basis per DoD and project guidance
• Upgrade administrative tools and utilities
• Configure/add new services as necessary and as defined by project guidance
• Maintain all DoD and project operational configurations and procedures as defined

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Network Engineering, or related field, OR 5-7 years of experience is required
• CompTIA Security + Certification is required
• Experience with Linux servers and workstation administration required
• Experience with DoD Risk Management Framework compliance is highly desired
• Technical background in network administration desired
• Demonstrable knowledge/experience with network protocols (specifically TCP/IP)
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills required
• DoD 8570 compliance required. Professional certifications are desirable
• Familiarity with Windows equipment, and routers, network switches, modems, and typical network peripheral devices desired
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance required

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with DoD Risk Management Framework compliance
• Technical background in network administration
• Familiarity with Windows equipment, and routers, network switches, modems, and typical network peripheral devices