UNIX/Windows System Administrator

D2 Technical Services•Fort Belvoir, VA

19h•$140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

D2 Technical Services is seeking a TS/SCI-cleared Systems Administrator to support an intelligence customer in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The role maintains, configures, and supports computer systems and workflows, working with on-site and remote users to coordinate site visits and upgrades, resolve trouble calls, and provide Tier 2/3 support for Unix and Windows workstations and servers, web servers, network-attached storage, and stored data. The administrator supports systems connected to local and wide area networks, including account monitoring, security, operating system installation, system infrastructure, and day-to-day operations and problem resolution for client, server, storage, network, and mobile devices. The position also covers system and software maintenance, data and database procedures, data center equipment, backup and recovery planning, security compliance with STIG guidelines, and maintenance of standard operating procedures. The role requires on-call support and travel of 0–20% to local sites and other locations with similar architectures. The salary range is typically $140,000–$150,000, with actual compensation based on factors including education, experience, and certifications. Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, accrued PTO, short- and long-term disability and life insurance, referral bonuses, and professional development reimbursement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
Active TS/SCI security clearance and eligibility to obtain a CI Poly.
Security+ certification or DoW 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire.
Experience administering UNIX, Windows, and/or storage systems.
Experience with trouble reporting and tracking systems.
Ability to respond to after-hours calls and provide on-call support.
Ability to travel 0–20% to local-area sites and other locations with similar architecture or footprint.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to lift, move, or carry equipment as necessary, up to 40 pounds.
Valid US passport.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the imagery intelligence domain.
Ability to create and modify scripts across multiple disciplines on Windows, Linux, and Solaris systems.
Knowledge of the customer's processes, procedures, and production systems.
Ability to function both as a team member and independently.
Skills in one or more of the following: Windows Server, Red Hat, IRIX, Solaris, Sybase, Informix, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain.
General knowledge of database administration, network administration, and network configuration management.

Responsibilities

Administer desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks, including account monitoring, security, OS installation, and local system administration.
Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems and system infrastructure.
Support day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client/server, storage, network, and mobile devices.
Identify, diagnose, and resolve Tier 2 and Tier 3 problems.
Escalate issues and communicate status to agency management and internal customers.
Install and load operating system and application software.
Isolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving applications, operating systems, hardware, and communications infrastructure.
Troubleshoot and maintain network integrity, configure network components, and implement OS enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
Install and upgrade Unix/Windows operating systems and layered software packages; maintain them under established policies, procedures, and service-level agreements.
Evaluate and install software and hardware patches and resolve software problems associated with COTS/GOTS products.
Create and follow procedures for managing linked databases, including security, data safety and integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data imports and exports.
Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center equipment.
Coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance windows with impacted customers.
Collaborate on the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans.
Secure systems to STIG guidelines using tools such as Retina and HBSS.
Maintain operational, configuration, and other standard operating procedures.
Verify system availability using existing enterprise tools.
Coordinate site visits and upgrades and provide on-site and remote support for trouble calls.
Provide on-call support for after-hours calls.
Travel 0–20% to local-area sites and other locations with similar architecture or footprint.