STRMM System Administrator

About Bering Straits Professional Services

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training, and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the . In February 2022, BSPS became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 certified company. BSPS received the ISO 9001 quality standard certification through the Performance Review Institute (PRI). PRI recognized BSPS for having met the stringent requirements of international standards, ongoing commitment to satisfying stakeholders, and a dedication to continual improvement of their management systems. Through this certification, BSPS has joined an elite number of organizations worldwide who have achieved certification to this globally recognized ISO 9001 quality standard.

About this position

STRMM System Administrator
Location – Aberdeen, MD

• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Windows Server, including AD, GPO, and DNS.
• Manage and support physical & virtual server systems, including hardware, OS, applications, and databases.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and performance optimization.
• Administer SAN/NAS enterprise storage solutions.
• Support Microsoft Exchange environments (preferred).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor systems for faults, alarms, and outages; isolate root causes and restore service.
• Provide Tier 2 support for escalated/networking issues.
• Conduct trend analysis for availability, reliability, and survivability.
• Collaborate with external agencies/contractors on issues beyond demarcation points.

Network, Security & Performance

• Perform network troubleshooting with strong foundational networking experience.
• Apply security updates, DISA-aligned patching, and hardening standards.
• Utilize enterprise tools like SCOM, MECM(SCCM), and monitoring systems.
• Support both planned and unplanned infrastructure changes.

Database & Application Support

• Plan, install, manage, and administer databases to ensure performance and security.
• Conduct database patching, configuration, and capacity management.
• Manage user access, permissions, and privileges.
• Develop backup and recovery plans.
• Build or knowledge to build custom SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) reports, queries, templates, and integrations.
• Maintain database documentation, data standards, and dictionaries.

Required (Minimum Necessary)

• Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, OR an associate’s degree plus seven (7) total years of recent specialized experience, OR a certification plus seven (7) years of recent specialized experience, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience.
• Active US Government issued Secret clearance.
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT related field.
• Experience: A+, Security+, Network+, Four (4) years in IT customer support and shall have two (2) years’ experience in a military environment.
• Substitution / alternate qualification: In lieu of a Bachelor's degree you need 10 years of related experience.
• Minimum of three 4 years of hands-on experience in Windows Server systems administration.
• Must hold the following certifications: advanced certifications CompTIA A+ , CompTIA Network+ CCNP, CCNA, MCSE and leadership in large-scale network operations.
• Able to travel to support mission up to 10%.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics: Software / Application Customization Design, write, and modify software programs or application components. Install and customize applications to support mission needs. Documentation & User Management Create clear, detailed technical documentation. Manage user accounts, profiles, and access. Ensure user compliance with security and access policies.

Preferred

• Support other mission-related technical tasks as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

Necessary Physical Requirements

• Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Additional Qualifying Factors

• As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results.
• If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

EEO Statement

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.