System Administrator 3 - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Davidson Technologies, Inc.
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$98,000.0 - $119,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Antivirus Softwares Cyber Security Information Systems Linux HP Thin Clients Kernel-Based Virtual Machine Linux System Administration Microsoft Office Windows Servers Network Architecture
+20 more
Network Administration Red Hat Enterprise Linux ArcSight SIEM Tool Ansible RSA (Cryptosystem) Security Content Automation Protocol Server Administration Security Information and Event Management VMware VSphere Snort (Software) Backend Containerization Information Technology Nessus Splunk Wsus Cisco Docker User Administration Vmware

Job description

System Administrator 3 (SA3) is responsible for setting up and maintaining a system or specific components of a system in adherence with organizational security policies and procedures. Includes hardware and software installation, configuration, and updates; user account management; backup and recovery management; and security control implementation. SA3 assists with the integration, testing, documentation, and fielding of a Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Information System (IS). Systems Administrators combine cybersecurity expertise with hands-on technical skills to maintain secure, efficient, and resilient IT environments. They manage virtual systems, automate controls, and respond rapidly to complex incidents. Duties include Inventory Management, Anti-virus updates, SCAP Scans, Nessus/ACAS Scans, System Administration and Network Administration.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Network infrastructure?, Required Experience/Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in computer science (or similar discipline), engineering. Or, Six 6 years equivalent experience in IT systems configuration, setup, installation and administration. years of System Administration/Network Administration experience (Linux and/or Windows, Cisco/HP)
  • DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce Qualification Program Certifications: Cloud+ or GICSP or SSCP or Security+ or GSEC

Desired Competencies:

  • DoD IT/GMD/MDA experience
  • Working in a classified environment
  • Container Management experience: Docker, Docker Compose, UI, NANO
  • Cybersecurity familiarity with tools: ACAS/Nessus, SCAP
  • Cybersecurity familiarity with fundamentals: CTO, ATO, RMF
  • VMWare/vSphere familiarity: know how to use/access machines, snapshots and restores, basic software troubleshooting, patching, upgrading, Horizon server management
  • Intermediate/Advanced Linux administration: YUM, Kickstart, Ansible
  • Windows Administration: Active Directory, Group Policy, CA, WSUS, RSA console
  • CND/Incident Response Tool experience: SIEM-ArcSight/Splunk, Snort, OSSEC/Wazuh
  • Intermediate understanding with Cisco and HP OS routers & switches
  • Basic understanding with Splunk backend, indexes
  • Hardware support, HP server, KVM
  • Thin client, basic hardware troubleshooting
  • Familiar with Windows Oss 10/11 Windows servers
  • Familiar with Windows Office Suite
  • Familiar with work Order creation, maintenance, tracking, and closing
  • Familiar with basic property accountability processes

Clearance Requirements:

  • Must currently possess a DoD Secret Security Clearance at the time of hire

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance

About the company

Davidson has distinguished itself in the aerospace and missile defense industry with an outstanding reputation for excellence. Specifically, we’re recognized for hiring noted experts, experienced engineers and scientists dedicated to designing and delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our Nation.

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