Systems Administrator 2/3

Location: Linthicum, Maryland (Onsite)
Clearance: DOD Secret Clearance required

About the role

We are seeking a Systems Administrator with experience in both Windows and Linux environments. This role involves deploying and securing servers, managing vulnerabilities, and troubleshooting within secure settings. The position requires working full-time and on-site at our Linthicum, MD campus.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Linux/Red Hat and Windows Systems Administrator.
• Deploy and harden RHEL servers, apply STIGs, and manage patching and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain the smooth operation of computer infrastructure, coordinating with various engineering and security teams.
• Recommend and implement system enhancements to improve performance and reliability.
• Provide backup and recovery services and manage data storage devices.
• Create and maintain user accounts and manage file permissions.
• Develop and document technical processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with DoD STIGs and working with IT/IA to develop POA&Ms for vulnerabilities.
• Manage Splunk environments, including indexers, search heads, and creating dashboards.

Requirements

• Associate's degree and 7 years of experience, or
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, or
• Master's degree and 3 years of experience, or
• High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance before starting program work.
• CompTIA Security+ (Sec+) Cert or CompTIA level 2 equivalent.
• An Active DOD Secret Clearance.
• Experience managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) OS.
• Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture.
• Comfortable with VMware, backups, scripting, and virtualization.
• Understanding of basic networking, including Cisco switches and routers.
• An IAM Level I certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or greater is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an IS-related field.
• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM, RMF, STIG, or JSIG environments.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.
• Knowledge of Windows AD, LDAP, and SAN storage systems.
• VMWare experience with a current version.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (e.g., HBSS, SolarWinds, Splunk).
• Experience with the creation and deployment of system images.
• A DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program.
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for benefits and resources.
• Access to a certified Career Coach.