Senior System Administrator

Expertise and Functions:
Provide all required architecture design and implementation for all Windows systems, virtual and logical. Administer the operations of computer systems related to operating systems, servers and end-user workstations. Administer WSUS and SCCM servers for updating and patching of the domain. Perform hardening and remediation of operating systems and STIG compliance to reduce cybersecurity risks. Conduct deployment and configuration of vCenter, Power Shell, and Ansible.

Administer container platforms such as Open Shift, as well as maintain repositories/registries. Maintain and manage Secure Host Baselines for both Windows and Linux. Conduct daily system monitoring, system backup and restoration, and application upgrades to ensure optimal and continuous system operations. Develop and maintain system administration procedures and baseline configuration documentation. Ensure system software installs, maintenance, break/fix activities, and cybersecurity mitigations are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements.

Focus on creating, upgrading, managing and sustaining physical and virtual workstations and servers. Provide oversight, design, and troubleshooting to all Windows systems. Quickly learn challenging concepts, decompose difficult service problems and provide resolution. Create and follow standard processes and clearly document results. Effectively function as a self-starter and identify risks, issues, and opportunities to the System Administrator. Facilitate effective and efficient interchanges with senior customer management and customers.

Work in a very high pace and dynamic environment and embrace change. Other duties as assigned.

Education/Training:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, technology or other related field preferred. Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (CCNA-Security, CySA+ (formerly CSA+), GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, or SSCP required).

Experience:

5+ years of directly related experience to Windows systems administration and Active Directory. Must have experience with WSUS. Must have experience with SCCM. Must have work experience with Power Shell scripting. Must have experience with virtualization of Windows services. Must have experience managing Windows Active Directory and Group Policy objects. Experience managing a Linux workstation-based environment.

Preferred Experience:

Experience with IdM. Experience with managing CA certificate server. Experience with Windows server 2019/22 and Windows 10/11. Experience managing PXE servers. Experience with 2FA to include RSA and PKI. Experience with DISA STIGs and remediation of vulnerabilities. Experience with administration in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and/or 8 environments. Experience using Remedy. Working knowledge of configuration management processes.

Security Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Candidate must be in possession of a Secret Security Clearance

Physical Requirements

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

$115,000 - $170,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.

Please Apply at:

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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