Windows​/UNIX Systems Administrator

Overview

ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED

Make an impact through mission-focused technology. Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator Advisor with D2 Consulting. You’ll support enterprise IT systems that contribute to critical government missions, connecting, protecting, and enhancing systems that matter most to help agencies operate smarter and more securely. As a Systems Administrator supporting an Intelligence customer in Springfield, VA
, you’ll play a meaningful role in ensuring today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

• Work closely with onsite and remote users to support production systems and provide Tier 2/3 technical expertise.
• Administer desktop and server systems across local and wide area networks.
• Support account monitoring, system security, OS installation, and general system management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical issues.
• Provide day-to-day operations support, monitoring, and problem resolution for IT infrastructure.
• Install and maintain operating systems and application software.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware/software issues across systems and networks.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, and software installations for Windows and Unix environments.
• Support linked databases, ensuring security, integrity, and disaster recovery readiness.
• Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of data center equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance windows with impacted customers.
• Assist with backup and recovery planning and testing.
• Ensure systems meet STIG security compliance, using tools such as Retina and HBSS.
• Maintain operational documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Verify system availability using enterprise monitoring tools.

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education/experience).
• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain a CI Polygraph
  .
• Experience using trouble ticket and tracking systems (e.g., Service+).
• Ability to provide after-hours on-call support as needed.
• Strong ability to prioritize and perform under pressure.
• Willingness to earn CompTIA Security+ (or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent) and a Windows certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to deploy for up to 6 months if mission requires.
• Working knowledge of Windows and UNIX administration, hardware, storage, and networking.

• Travel expectation:
  30–75% within the Washington Metropolitan area
  , with occasional CONUS/OCONUS travel.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and perform occasional physical activity such as standing, climbing, kneeling, or crouching.

• Experience supporting imagery intelligence (IMINT) environments.
• Scripting experience across Windows, Linux, and Solaris platforms.
• Familiarity with customer production systems and workflows.
• Experience with tools such as ArcGIS, Socet GXP, or similar analytical platforms.
• Knowledge in technologies such as Windows Server, Red Hat, Solaris, Sybase, Informix, SQL, and imagery production chains.

• All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to skills and experience. The salary range for this position is typically $125-135k and may fall outside of this range based on factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements.
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more.

D2 Consulting is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience. Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.