Systems Administrator

General Dynamics Information Technology
Reston, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 184K

Job location

Reston, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Active Directory
Domain Controllers
Bash
CentOS
CompTIA Security+
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Linux
DNS
Integrated Development Environments
Linux System Administration
Windows Server
Powershell
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Ansible
Server Administration
Software Configuration Management
Windows Desktop
Nutanix
VMware

Job description

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats., The job duties of the Sr. Systems Administrator are as follows:

  • Plans, designs, and implements infrastructure changes and system upgrades.

  • Manages and troubleshoots multiple VMware environments.

  • Provides Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

  • Creates STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.

  • Creates, tests, and deploys software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.

  • Provides expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior Systems Administrator personnel.

  • Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.

  • Utilizes scripting to automate common tasks.

  • Performs hardware maintenance/repair activities.

  • Ensures proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.

  • Provides advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Requirements

  • Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.

  • Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures.

  • Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO).

  • At least 8 years of relevant experience.

  • Security + Certified; Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2 preferred)

  • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a field applicable to this work

  • US Citizenship Required

  • TS/SCI with Polygraph

Desired Qualifications

  • Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.

  • Satellite server administration.

  • Ansible playbook writing.

  • Implementing STIGs.

  • Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment, Years of Experience

7 + years of related experience

  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification

CompTIA - Security+ - CompTIA - CompTIA Travel Required

Benefits & conditions

The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

About the company

Transform technology into opportunity as a Senior Systems Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate., We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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