Systems Administrator

As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining operating system workstations and servers, including web servers. You will support the multi-enclave environment (Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret/SCI) that enables users to collaboratively perform their work using a variety of tools and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain operating system workstations and servers
• Perform software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages
• Schedule installations and upgrades in accordance with established IT policies and procedures
• Monitor and tune systems to achieve optimum performance levels
• Ensure workstation/server data integrity by implementing appropriate software and hardware solutions
• Ensure data/media recoverability through system backups and database archive operations
• Develop and promote standard operating procedures
• Conduct routine hardware and software audits to ensure compliance with standards and configurations
• Develop and maintain comprehensive operating system hardware and software configuration databases
• Support analytical tool infrastructure
• Participate in Program Increments (PIs) and Agile Release Train (ART) activities
• Respond to and resolve critical incidents within designated resolution timelines

Required Technical Skills

Mid-Level

• Proficiency with:
  • Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Windows Active Directory
  • Virtualization technologies (VSphere, VXRail, Proxmox)
  • Basic network configuration and troubleshooting
  • System monitoring and performance tuning
  • Backup and recovery procedures
  • Security patching and updates
  • Basic scripting (PowerShell, Bash)

Senior-Level

Advanced proficiency with:

• • Complex multi-enclave environments
  • Advanced system security hardening
  • High-availability system configurations
  • Disaster recovery planning and implementation
  • Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • System automation and orchestration
  • Performance optimization techniques
  • Capacity planning and resource management
  • Security accreditation processes

Additional Technical Experience

Experience with:

• • Cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, SC2S, C2S)
  • Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Configuration management tools
  • LDAP/OpenLDAP, ADFS, Keycloak
  • Elasticsearch, Splunk, and other data platforms
  • DevSecOps practices and tools
  • SAFe Agile methodologies

Qualifications

Mid-Level

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems administration
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Experience with virtualization technologies
• Understanding of security requirements in government environments

Senior-Level

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in systems administration
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Experience with SAFe Agile framework
• Strong understanding of multi-enclave environments
• Demonstrated experience managing complex systems in government environments

Work Environment

• Primary location: Chantilly, VA
• May require occasional travel for Program Increment planning sessions
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass a background check and polygraph examination
• May require flexible scheduling to support critical operations
• Must be able to respond to critical incidents within designated resolution timelines