System Administrator Level 2 (TS/SCI with Polygraph Required)

J&T Business Consulting
Jessup, United States of America
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 150K

Job location

Jessup, United States of America

Tech stack

CompTIA Security+
Computer Security
Monitoring of Systems
Issue Tracking Systems
Network Troubleshooting
Microsoft Security Essentials
Network Architecture
Data Logging
Network Routers
Computer Networking Systems
Computer Network Operations
System Availability
Cisco networks

Job description

We are seeking a System Administrator Level 2 to support the installation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of telecommunications and network infrastructure systems in a 24/7 operational environment. This role involves ensuring continuous system availability, responding to incidents, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and performing routine system updates and security-related maintenance activities., * Install, maintain, and repair telecommunications systems and network infrastructure.

  • Provide 24/7 system and infrastructure monitoring, including alerting, logging, ticketing, and reporting.
  • Perform administrative support functions related to system operations and maintenance.
  • Coordinate with ISP personnel, network operations staff, and customer support teams to ensure situational awareness and incident response.
  • Provide notifications and updates regarding system events and outages.
  • Perform router and switch updates in support of security and operational requirements.
  • Troubleshoot system issues and support resolution of operational incidents.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of system status, changes, and incidents.
  • Support ongoing operational readiness of mission-critical systems.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have strong technical troubleshooting skills, experience in network/system operations, and the ability to work in a shift-based mission-critical environment., Candidates must meet one of the following experience requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED with 15 years of relevant experience OR

  • Bachelor's degree with 10 years of relevant experience

Required Certifications & Skills

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with current polygraph (required)
  • Strong creative problem-solving skills
  • IAT Level II certification (DoD 8570 baseline requirement), * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Security
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • CompTIA Security+ CE
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
  • Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in network operations center (NOC) or systems administration environments
  • Familiarity with Cisco networking equipment (routers and switches)
  • Experience supporting secure, high-availability systems in mission-critical environments
  • Incident response, monitoring, and ticketing system experience

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Paid parental leave

  • Parental leave

  • Health insurance

  • 401(k) matching

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance, * Sunday to Thursday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM or

  • Monday to Friday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Salary Range: $70,000 - $120,000 annually, Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and disability coverage

  • Paid holidays and PTO

  • Paid parental leave

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Professional development support

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