Systems Administrator

AeroVironment • Germantown, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the System Administrator is to manage and support mission-critical IT infrastructure. This role involves day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance across Windows and LINUX systems. You’ll work directly with both hardware and software systems in a dynamic, multi-platform environment.

Requirements

• Comptia Security+ or equivalent DoD/DoW 8570/8140 certification
• Minimum 7+ years of system administration experience
• Strong RedHat Linux and Windows troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with Nessus, POA&Ms, and NIST requirements
• Experience configuring LINUX and Windows environments
• An active TS/SCI DoD clearance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, and experience
• Experience with virtual environments and system capacity planning

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier I and II IT support and problem resolution.
• Manage client/server/storage/network infrastructure.
• Configure and manage Linux and Windows systems.
• Support vulnerability management using Nessus.
• Maintain POA&Ms and patch systems based on security and functional parameters.
• Collaborate with hardware vendors on system specs and refreshes.
• Analyze escalated issues and provide actionable feedback.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree