System Administrator - Secret clearance
About The Position
Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment. The role involves working as a team member in a fast-paced technology environment, troubleshooting technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity, and integrating hardware and operating systems. The administrator executes actions as directed by senior staff and project management, collaborates across teams, and aligns work with leadership expectations. Responsibilities include managing ESXi, vCenter, and Microsoft Windows domains; working with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and server replication; managing hardware RAID, hardware and software encryption, and server management tools; performing data backup and restoration according to industry best practices; installing and configuring software applications requested by end users; and working with cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements. The position is full-time and 100% onsite. Systems operate 24/7, and work beyond standard hours may occasionally be required. Domestic travel to other U.S. locations may be required as business needs dictate, up to 10% per year. The employee must obtain DoD Directive 8140 / 8570 certification requirements, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or an equivalent certification, within six months of the start date. An active, transferable U.S. government-issued Secret clearance is required before starting, and U.S. citizenship is required.
Requirements
- Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and at least 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
- Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required before the start date; active clearance must be held on day one.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain DoD Directive 8140 / 8570 certification requirements, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent, within six months of the start date.
- Able to occasionally work beyond standard hours because systems operate 24/7.
- Able to travel to other domestic U.S. locations as business needs dictate, up to 10% per year.
Nice To Haves
- Experience deploying Windows workstations and migrating end-user data.
- Experience with cloning techniques.
- Experience using and guiding the use of automation tools such as Ansible.
- Experience with operating-system concepts and implementations.
- Experience administering and supporting Microsoft Windows Active Directory Services, including user and computer object administration and Group Policy.
- Experience with network services in a Microsoft Windows environment, such as domain controllers, DNS, and DHCP.
- Experience supporting desktop and workstation hardware.
- Experience with an IT incident or service-request system.
Responsibilities
- Administer IT systems in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment.
- Troubleshoot technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity, including hardware and operating-system integration.
- Execute actions as directed by senior staff and project management.
- Collaborate across teams and align with leadership expectations.
- Manage ESXi, vCenter, and Microsoft Windows domains.
- Work with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and server replication methods.
- Work with hardware RAID, hardware and software encryption, and server management tools.
- Perform data backup and restoration using industry best practices.
- Install and configure software applications requested by end users.
- Work with cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.
- Obtain DoD Directive 8140 / 8570 certification requirements, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent, within six months of the start date.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
