SCCM/MECM Administrator - Active Secret Clearance Required

The SCCM/MECM Administrator is a key player in maintaining and securing the network operations and defense systems. This role is responsible for developing, deploying, managing, and maintaining the System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) infrastructure to ensure the ongoing health, viability, and security of systems. The administrator must have a deep understanding of the network, server appliances, associated operating systems, and the approved software suite. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!, * Maintains and updates operating systems and applications across all assigned systems using SCCM/MECM, ensuring STIG compliance and security posture in line with DoD requirements

• Designs and develops MECM architecture
• Monitors SCCM/MECM performance, troubleshoots issues, analyzes system deficiencies, provides recommendations for engineering solutions, and maintains synchronization with software and patch update servers
• Manages SCCM tasks such as creating, editing, deploying, and deleting collections, reports, task sequences, compliance rules, software applications, updates, and policies
• Manages DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates
• Integrates systems into the Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) architecture and ensures correct installation and configuration of all ESS components
• Collaborates with the C2C System Administrator to implement orchestration policies and directives is also a crucial part of this role
• Performs occasional after-hours and weekend work to support service outages
• Reports to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA) on accomplishments, issues, and ongoing tasks is required, ensuring effective communication and compliance with organizational goals and cybersecurity directives

• Active SECRET clearance
• IAW DoDM 8410.03, must meet intermediate proficiency level
• Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications:
• CCNA Security
• CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst)
• GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional)
• GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials Certification)
• Security+ CE
• SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or a related field and at least two years of SCCM/MECM experience. Alternatively, one can have five years of system administration and at least two years SCCM/MECM experience
• Must possess expert-level knowledge of Windows operating systems and an intermediate-level knowledge of Linux operating systems
• Must have Windows Domain Controller and Server administration experience
• Must have experience with automated enterprise patching
• Must have strong understanding of Microsoft SQL 2016/1019
• Must have familiarity with SharePoint
• Must have experience identifying and applying applicable security requirements (STIGS, IAVAs, and CTOs) to DoD systems
• Must have strong understanding of network and systems architecture including VDI
• Experience with VMware products, ESXi, vCenter, virtual machines, and clustering
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting, Active Directory Service Management, Group Policy and automation is required
• Must have experience patching Windows servers. Must have experience in managing and reviewing audit logs
• Must have experience supporting Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) agents on Windows systems
• Must be available to perform occasional after-hours and weekend work to support service outages

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience in designing and implementing MECM
• Splunk or other SIEM experience preferred

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal system support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.