System Administrator with Security Clearance

Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Administrator to support the Biometrically Enhanced Access Control - Husbanding (BEACH) program in partnership with the U.S. Navy and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). The qualified candidate will provide IT support for a cutting-edge, biometrically enabled access control system designed to streamline vetting, real-time authentication, and access control of foreign contract personnel at foreign ports.

Job Responsibilities:

* Support the operation and maintenance of a customized biometric access control system engineered for rapid fielding and scalability across Navy and NCIS installations.

* Work on deployable IT systems supporting Force Protection requirements at foreign ports.

* Development and integration of new software and technology in support of biometric and access control capabilities.

* Report and document issues and actions taken daily and weekly.

* Communicate effectively with end users via phone, email, chat, etc.

* Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues in a timely manner according to mission guidelines.

* Installation of new hardware or software.

* Maintaining computer systems such as servers, laptops, and embedded systems.

* Planning and properly responding to system outages and various other problems.

* Training computer users and assistants. Qualifications Required

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience (4 years' experience accepted in lieu of degree).
* DoD 8570 Baseline Cybersecurity Certification such as CompTIA Security+ (must have prior to hire).
* IAT Level II or above certification in addition to baseline cyber certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).
Desired

Skills:

* Experience working in a Linux environment.
* Familiarity with Windows Server.
* Understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, and other Windows Roles and Features related to Enterprise services.
* Experience with virtualization, i.e. VMware and ESXi.
* Experience in a Systems Administrator or Cybersecurity role.
* Experience with biometric systems, access control technologies, or identity management solutions is a plus.
Required Clearance:
* A minimum of Secret clearance will be required prior to first day of employment. Required Travel:
* Travel included up to 20%.