Defense Lab Systems Administrator (Security+)

RPMGlobal; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

RPMGlobal seeks an IT Lab Systems Administrator to support DoD computing environments, patching, hardening, backups, and VM services. The role covers direct and remote user support, incident diagnosis, and collaborative lab network management.

Ideal candidates have a security clearance, a related bachelor’s degree, and certifications such as Security+. Experience with Nessus/ACAS and OpenVMS or RedHat is beneficial. Willingness to work varied shifts is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• COMSEC briefing and certification must be obtained and maintained.
• CompTIA Security+ (ce) is required; other DoD/Ia certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot and repair DoD computing equipment and workstations.
• Patch and harden lab systems within closed-loop networks.
• Maintain VMs running file servers and services and provide user support.
• Back up systems incrementally and fully across multiple platforms.
• Assist lab users and diagnose IT problems, providing solutions.
• Support lab network upgrades and vulnerability remediation.

Skills

US citizenship

Security clearance

COMSEC certification

Windows OS

Networking basics

Lab IT support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Windows OS Certification

DoD 8140 training

Tools

Nessus

ACAS

EvaluateSTIG

OpenVMS

Debian

RedHat Enterprise Linux

Windows Server

Job description

RPMGlobal seeks an IT Lab Systems Administrator to support DoD computing environments, patching, hardening, backups, and VM services. The role covers direct and remote user support, incident diagnosis, and collaborative lab network management.

Ideal candidates have a security clearance, a related bachelor’s degree, and certifications such as Security+. Experience with Nessus/ACAS and OpenVMS or RedHat is beneficial. Willingness to work varied shifts is valued.