System Administrator

The Position: We are looking for a System Administrator,Journeyman, who will be providing support to PMA-262, the Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office., * Provide engineering solutions for various and unique problem sets and customers in a government software hosting facility.

• Deploy and maintain physical and virtual hardware infrastructure, to include virtual machines and containers.
• Perform routine maintenance and configuration changes to various physical and virtual hosts.
• Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues on servers, workstations, and IT equipment.
• Maintain system backups and disaster recovery plans.
• Manage user accounts and permissions.
• Deploy and maintain software applications.
• Troubleshoot technical issues.
• Maintain documentation to include knowledge base, incident response actions, system configurations, and other information related to system administration.
• Provide technical support to customers, ranging from resolving technical issues to providing guidance and best-practices.
• Secure information systems and applications to current DoD guidance
• Maintain configuration and security posture of information systems through continuous monitoring and routine security events/reporting.
• Participate in project planning using Agile methodology.
• Provide networking support to on-premises infrastructure.
• Understanding and familiarity of Linux operating system and virtual networking.

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance (interim to start).
• Journeyman Level: At least three (3) years of experience in system administration, performing the functional duties for this position.
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance experience is required (example: scanning and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) execution).

Desired Skillset:

• VMWARE
• Virtual Networking
• System Backups
• Networking
• Containers
• Active Directory

Certifications:

• CompTIA Security+
• Windows OR Linux OS Certification, Acquisitions Management, Agile Programming Methodologies, Best Practices, CompTIA Security+, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Security, Data Recovery, Dental Insurance, Disaster Recovery, DoD Top Secret Clearance, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Employee Assistance Plan, Federal Laws and Regulations, Flexible Spending Accounts, Government, Government Software, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware Virtualization, Hospital, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Incident Response, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Insurance, Knowledge Base, Legal Support Skills, Linux Operating System, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network Support, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Attacks, Security Monitoring, Small Business, Software Administration, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), User Account Administration, VMWare, Virtual Hosting, Virtual Machine (VM), Virtualization, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel

Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, based upon an individual’s level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees., Travel:

• On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.

AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability Coverage
• Traditional 401(k) and ROTH 401k Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentive Programs, Awards and Recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation
• Identity Theft Protection & Legal Support
• Referral Program
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Norton Life Lock
• HSA and FSA plans

The specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field., AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.