IT Analyst / Systems Administrator

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned IT Analyst/Systems Administrator to join their team. This pivotal role involves providing critical support for national defense programs, ensuring robust IT operations, and managing virtual environments. You will leverage your extensive experience in systems administration and cybersecurity to maintain essential infrastructure and support software development teams. With a strong emphasis on employee ownership and a commitment to professional growth, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact mission success. Join a team that values your expertise and fosters innovation in technology solutions.

Benefits

20 days PTO/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Life and disability insurance

Zero deductible health insurance plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT with strong focus on systems administration and cybersecurity.
• Active Secret Clearance and CompTIA Security+ certification required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Senior Systems Administrator, providing onsite support to networks.
• Build and maintain Virtual Machines and manage IT operations.

Skills

Information Technology

Cybersecurity

Systems Administration

Communication Skills

Automation Scripting

Education

CompTIA Security+ certification

Windows Operating System certification

Tools

Microsoft Windows OS

VMware

Microsoft SCCM

Cisco Routers

Azure DevOps Server

Job description

Overview

Own Your Future.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a IT Analyst/Systems Administrator in Ft. Belvoir, Va.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities

The primary duty is to serve as a Senior Systems Administrator for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) located at the Fort Belvoir, VA and Aberdeen, MD location, providing direct onsite support to the Joint Service Provider (JSP) and MARNEC networks. In addition, this role will provide support to the Huntsville, AL internal DREN Enterprise network as needed. The Senior Systems Administrator essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Build and maintain Virtual Machines with Microsoft and VMWare technologies.
• Design and Configuration of the Active Directory and Windows Server environment.
• Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, and email systems.
• Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage physical and virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
• Perform server administration tasks in a mixed environment, including user/group management, file permissions, group policy, file replication, and resource monitoring.
• Maintain, deploy, and support internal infrastructure, including client computer systems, servers, switches, routers, and ASAs.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance, patches, and upgrades of computer systems.
• Building and maintaining Windows system images using MDT.
• Work directly with IA staff to identify and resolve vulnerabilities with ACAS.
• Support and maintain SecDevOps infrastructure in support of software development teams and the continuous deployment pipeline.
• Provide help desk and IT support.
• Additional duties assigned based on changes to business needs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Information Technology, including cyber/information assurance and/or systems administration of servers and workstations.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Strong understanding of architecting and configuring Microsoft Windows OS technology including AD Forests, Domains, Trusts, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Organizational Units.
• Experience providing desktop, server and VM support with VMware products with Microsoft technologies.
• Experience with Windows Server and VMware applications such as Vsphere/ESXi, Horizon Client.
• Experience maintaining IT networks (Cisco routers, switches, maintaining network connections, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft SCCM and deployment images.
• Experience with STIG management.
• Experience supporting Microsoft’s Azure DevOps Server or similar software development and tracking database is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Windows Operating System certification (within 90 days).

Desired Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of government Cyber Security policies and procedures including system scans, remediation, and documentation.
• Experience and understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF), security controls and policies, and implementation of STIGs.
• Experience scripting for automation of tasks and vulnerability assessments.