Systems Administrator

Systems Planning and Analysis•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. SPA is hiring an IT Systems Administrator to support a multi-vendor infrastructure with a focus on Linux based systems. This position is aligned with the Operations Research and Cyber Analysis (ORCA) division and located in their Chantilly, VA office. The role will include designing secure system configurations, documenting, and managing the deployment and installation of hardware, software, and cybersecurity tool sets, and maintaining and upgrading existing systems with up to 10% travel to support remote events. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Linux while possessing background and functional knowledge in MS Windows, capable of providing technical solutions to meet the requirements of the SPA ORCA group and clients. SPA has an immediate need for a Systems Administrator.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in information technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 3-5 years directly related experience
Experience with system design, system security design and best practice, system building process development (Linux, Secure Host Baselines, Windows Server, Windows OS, etc.)
Problem solving and time management capabilities
Experience working independently and in team-oriented, collaborative environment
US Citizenship required, successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Must possess and maintain DoD 8570 / 8140 compliant certification
Security clearance (Top Secret//SCI Required), and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Nice To Haves

Experience with routing and switching in multi-vendor environment (Dell, Cisco, Juniper)
Experience in VMWare and virtualized architecture and environments

Responsibilities

Design and implement new system and network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current information systems
Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and support information systems, routers, and switches, to include both physical and virtual
Configure routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
Maximizing performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
Accurately document instances of equipment or component failure, repair, installation, and removal
Investigating faults in the systems and networks, perform analysis, diagnose, providing resolution of complex problems, and recommend and implement corrective actions
Coordinate services, troubleshooting, and resolutions with 3rd party transport providers
Perform capacity analysis and planning to ensure growing user base and processing demand
Coordinate and execute scheduled upgrades
Reporting system status to key stakeholders
Accurately document and maintain ATO documentation including standard operating procedure development, artifact creation, submission of artifacts to ISSM and/or government representatives
Assist in preparing, maintaining, and upholding procedures for monitoring and responding to Cybersecurity continuous monitoring requirements (SIEM, Log review, validation of security controls, etc.)
Assist in preparing, maintaining, and upholding procedures for logging, reporting, and statistically monitoring system operations
Interface with third-party support and equipment vendors as needed
Travel will be required to support remote client events, up to 10%