Senior Systems Administrator

Position Description

The Advanced Capabilities and Systems Group is seeking a senior systems administrator to support our analytical and prototyping teams. The ideal candidate will expand and maintain our computing and network infrastructure, providing IT support as needed.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide direct user support on a regular basis
• Install, maintain, repair, and upgrade computers and servers
• Manage Windows Operating Systems and RedHat meeting DISA STIG configurations with security tools such as EvaluateSTIG and STIGViewer
• Configure and STIG network devices such as routers, switches and printers
• Manage networks, file share, virtual infrastructures and SAN/NAS environments
• Document IT Procedures
• Familiarity with using and Implementing Splunk, EPO, ACAS/NESSUS, PDQ Deploy, Backup Exec and other security and patching tools
• Identify vulnerabilities and remediate them to maintain compliance with security policies
• Review and test new hardware and software to make recommendations for purchases
• Work effectively and closely with various security teams
• Troubleshoot software in a complex rapidly changing environment
• Support Windows, Linux, and WSL based platforms, virtual systems, applications, and users

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred) or equivalent experience
• Minimum of six years of experience supporting Windows systems including configuration management, software installation/configuration, and network configuration
• Experience with Windows systems in addition to RedHat competency is highly desired
• Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-level DoD security clearance
• A current active Top Secret clearance is highly desired
• Demonstrated track record to work independently
• A current DoD 8570 level II or higher certification employment preferred (Security+, SSCP, CISSP, etc)

Hiring Range

$114,500 - $151,900

Disclaimer

MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plansMIT-funded pensionMatching 401KPaid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programsMentorship programsA range of work-life balance options... and much more!

Benefits

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As an Employee of MIT

You can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.

Requisition ID

43148