Systems Administrator - Secret Clearance
DirectViz, LLC
Huntsville, AL, United States
17 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source
Tech stack
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Windows
Amazon Web Services
Server Applications
Software Applications
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Outlook
Cyber Security
Information Systems
Linux
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File Systems
Interoperability
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Servers
Team Foundation Server
Network Architecture
Open Source Technology
Oracle (Applications)
Microsoft PowerPoint
Security Content Automation Protocol
Data Logging
Google Cloud
SC Clearance
User Accounts
Job description
- Configure and deploy Windows based servers. Analyze system logs and identify potential issues. Apply operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes. Install and configure new hardware and software. Add, remove, or update user account information. Reset passwords. Responsible for documenting the configuration of the system. Troubleshooting any reporting problems. Ensuring that the network infrastructure is up and running. Configure, add, and delete file systems. Ensure parity between dev, test and production environments.
- Perform SCAP Scans and complete STIG Checklists in order to provide Information Assurance with necessary artifacts for RMF compliance. Ensure Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) guidelines are met.
- Act as a bridge between legacy Windows infrastructure and modern Linux workloads, ensuring seamless interoperability and uptime.
- Actively participate in the migration, deployment, and monitoring of resources within Microsoft Azure under the mentorship of senior engineers.
- Utilize command-line interfaces to automate repetitive daily tasks, monitor system health, and manage user accounts.
- Champion the adoption of Linux-based open-source tools to improve system performance, logging, and monitoring efficiency.
- Provide Tier 1/2 troubleshooting support, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve issues efficiently under pressure.
Requirements
- Required certification: DoD 8571.01M approved Information Assurance-Technical (IAT) Level II (or an IAT Level III) certification such as CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP
- Must have at least 5 years of experience in Windows Systems Administration
Preferred Skills:
- Desired Certification: Azure, Linux, AWS
- Windows Administration & MS Server Administration
- Desired skills:
- Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Linux (any)
- Platform: Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle
- Server Applications: Microsoft server suite of applications
- Software Applications: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Team Foundation Server, * Ability to handle multiple priority and changes in priorities in an everchanging environment.
- Be able to maintain awareness during scheduled working hours.
- Prolonged periods sitting or standing at desk and working on a computer (mouse and keyboard)
- Able to lift up to 15 pounds.
- Excellent verbal and written communication; good command of the English language
- Execute tasks independently and work as a team.
- Learns and memories routine tasks.
If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!
Benefits & conditions
At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.
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