System Administrator – Linux/Windows & Security (Mid or Senior)

WOOD Federal Solutions•Annapolis Junction, MD

6d•$175,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

WOOD Federal Solutions is hiring a mid- or senior-level System Administrator to support a large, distributed, mission-critical network environment. The role combines administration of Linux and Windows platforms with system security, infrastructure troubleshooting, and operational support in high-assurance environments. The administrator will support geographically distributed and air-gapped systems; maintain server and workstation environments; deploy software and hardware; manage patching and system hardening; and help keep complex technical environments secure, stable, and operational. The position includes Windows Server and Active Directory administration, Linux support, vulnerability remediation, security configuration, backup and recovery, system upgrades, and accreditation activities. The administrator will collaborate with technical teams and users and support systems that must meet demanding mission requirements. Local, CONUS, and OCONUS travel is required, including occasional trips of one to two weeks. The role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, with a day shift and no telework. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess a TS/SCI security clearance with an appropriate polygraph.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess a TS/SCI security clearance with an appropriate polygraph.
Substantial experience as a systems administrator providing direct support to large groups of end users and technical staff, including developers, testers, and engineers.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience supporting Linux and Microsoft-based servers and workstations.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience with operating system and application hardening, including DISA, best practices, and high-assurance environments.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience with software and hardware deployment, patch management, operating systems, and system backup and restore functions.
Proficiency with Windows Server 2016 and 2019 and Active Directory.
Ability to travel locally and take occasional annual CONUS and OCONUS trips of one to two weeks.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical field, and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience building, configuring, and maintaining large, distributed Trellix ePO environments from the ground up.
Strong scripting experience with SALT and Python.
Hands-on experience with Red Hat 7/8, VMware, Apache Tomcat, IIS, SQL Server, and KVMs.
Experience supporting security accreditation and certification, advanced security protocols, and network security technologies, including PKI, SSP, multi-domain environments, and vulnerability assessment.
Experience with client and server virtualization, hardware installation and troubleshooting, system optimization, and related tools such as disk arrays, PowerShell, PowerCLI, HSMs, and NTP.
Solid understanding of information security principles, software security, and security architecture.

Responsibilities

Install applications and administer systems and processes, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Optimize server and desktop configurations to support reliable, continuous, and efficient operations.
Perform security management and application performance optimization activities.
Administer and sustain a system that provides a web-based application for storing, sharing, and distributing information.
Create and maintain complex server enclaves, including analyzing system scanning reports, patching, renewing certificates, conducting vulnerability management assessments, and managing Active Directory configurations.
Identify and correct hardware and software issues.
Respond to system administration, operations, and maintenance problems and develop rework solutions.
Create and maintain documentation of complex server and network environments so accurate information is available for incident resolution.
Communicate with users and external support personnel regarding system outages and upgrades, and confer with upper management on recommended resolution options.
Support geographically distributed and air-gapped systems, server and workstation environments, system upgrades, and accreditation activities.
Deploy software and hardware and perform patching, system hardening, backup, and recovery.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
Training, certifications, and continued professional development opportunities.
Workplace flexibility where permitted by position, customer, security, and mission requirements.
Employee assistance and wellness programs, including available fitness-related benefits and discounts.
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

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