System Administrator Security Clearance

Position: System Administrator with Security Clearance
A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a System Administrator.

Position Type:
Full Time Contract, Contract to hire
Duration: 12 months

Location:

Chantilly, VA 20151

As a Systems Administrator, you will:
Client is looking for a driven Systems Administrator to join the Engineering team in Chantilly, VA. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on and ready to take initiative in a fast-moving technical environment.

The right candidate will have experience with Linux systems administration and be comfortable configuring, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems in both physical and virtual environments.
We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, likes solving real problems, and is excited to keep learning and expanding their technical skills.

This role offers the opportunity to learn from an experienced team who will provide hands-on guidance, mentorship, and support as you grow your technical skills and take on new challenges.
The responsibilities below highlight the essential functions of the position; the selected candidate is expected to have experience in one or more with the ability to learn the others and grow as needed.
Configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux systems in both physical and virtual environments.
Deploy and manage infrastructure through automation using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Perl, as well as tools such as Kickstart, Podman, Ansible, and Puppet.
Support RMF and cybersecurity activities in partnership with Cyber Engineering, including BOE development, implementation and maintenance of security controls, and system hardening in compliance with DoD, NIST, STIG, and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) requirements.
Support Software and System Engineers, CI/CD, Agile development, and Dev Sec Ops  processes within the system environment.
Use software development lifecycle and Dev Sec Ops  tools such as Jenkins, Jira, and Bitbucket to support build, integration, tracking, and configuration management activities.
Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containers and containerized services using technologies such as Docker and Podman.
Customize, optimize, and troubleshoot enterprise-level applications.
Work in cloud-based environments and use monitoring, logging, and observability tools such as Cloud Watch, Datadog, Grafana, Elastic, or similar platforms to support security requirements, system health, and performance.
Apply basic network administration and troubleshooting skills using core networking concepts and protocols such as DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and HTTP.
This Position needs Active TS/SCI w/FS Poly clearance.

Ideal candidate will have
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level 2 certification (e.g. Security +) – Must be obtained within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Additional

Skills:

Current Certifications such as:
Red Hat Certification (RHCSA or RHCE).
CompTIA Linux+.

Experience with Virtualization (KVM), Backup Technologies such as NAS, SAN, iSCSI, SAS.
Experience integrating and administering cross-domain systems.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!
This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis.
Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.
Thank you!

Naval Sisodia

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $58-$60 per hour

* Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits:
Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following:
Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and…