Jr. Systems Administrator

• Provide entry level systems administration for all clients, servers, and peripherals connected to the classified and unclassified PMRF networks.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, including software installation, updates, upgrades, patching, and core services related to Linux or Windows workstations, servers, and applications.
• Implement DISA STIG secure configuration requirements to applicable workstations, servers and applications.
• Manage users and groups, including using a centralized directory for authentication.
• Configure local storage using partitions and logical volumes.
• Create and configure file systems and file system attributes, such as permissions, encryption, access control lists, and network file systems.
• Operate systems, including booting into different run levels, identifying processes, starting and stopping virtual machines, and controlling services.
• Support for application installation, licenses management, software tracking/distribution and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files.
• Maintain up-to-date Configuration Control and adhere to all Configuration Management requirements for all firmware, software, and hardware associated with the classified and unclassified PMRF networks.
• Understand and use essential tools for handling files, directories, command-line environments, and documentation.
• Prepare and submit status reports, and technical briefs, as required, to supervisor, senior management, and customers.
• Use automated installation methods and system imaging (e.g., MECM, VMware)
• Usage of cryptographic log-on methods (e.g., PKI)
• Analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the system software to improve system performance by correcting errors.
• Participation in planning new hardware acquisitions, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization.
• Using shell scripting to automate system maintenance tasks.
• Perform system asset/property accountability and license management within specifications of PMRF contract.
• Assist and support lab environment testing/buildouts with senior team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lifting, pushing, and pulling over 25 - 50 lbs.
• Work positions requirements: walking, standing, sitting, crawling, kneeling or cramped. Work requiring repeated stooping, or frequent climbing.
• Working environment activities: customer contact, extended workday, confined work area, office laboratory, field assignment, and inclement weather.

• High School or equivalent
• Two years’ experience in Information Technology.
• Advance certifications or education may be substituted for experience.
• Must be proficient in operating personal computers, computer software and standard office equipment.
• Must have basic keyboarding skills and aptitude for neatness and accuracy in sorting.
• Must be capable of working in a team environment and participate in technical and system administrative activities throughout project life cycles.
• Critical thinking - Proven problem solver
• Good written and oral communication skills are required including ability to organize.
• Knowledge of IT systems, including Windows Modern Desktop, RHEL, and infrastructure concepts - Windows Server and/or VMware certifications. Preferred
• Knowledge of Cyber Security Methods and Techniques. Preferred

Certifications

• DOD 8570.1M IAT Level I required prior to start.

• One of the following OS Certifications required prior to start (subject to change based on industry, DoD or local policy requirements)

• Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Top Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.