Journeyman Network/Systems Administrator

GovCIO; United States; Remote; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Journeyman System Administrator to join their innovative team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on government IT by ensuring the smooth operation of computer systems and networks. You'll be responsible for maintaining system integrity, implementing security measures, and troubleshooting issues to enhance performance. If you're passionate about transforming government IT and have the required experience and clearance, this position could be your next career move. Join a team that values your contributions and helps drive positive change in government services.

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of experience in system administration or equivalent.
• Active Secret clearance and ability to maintain DEA suitability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth operation of computer systems and networks.
• Plan and implement network/system security measures.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements.

Skills

System Administration

Network Security

Troubleshooting

Basic Scripting

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Journeyman System Administrator with an active Secret clearance. This position will be located in Sterling, VA and El Paso, TX and will be a fully remote position.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains smooth operation of computer systems (to include operating systems, software and hardware) in networked or stand-alone configurations, maintains system integrity, and upgrades systems and/or servers as required. May create and document new methods supporting network/system operations and implement changes to procedures. Consults with support teams, help desks, customers and other technical staff in the resolution of problems, coordinates and performs operation and/or maintenance activities for networks/servers, identifies recurring problems and recommends steps to reduce the severity or frequency of problems. May plan for the transition of development and/or production environments to new technologies, utilize system software to monitor the performance of system files, manage system data to maintain performance efficiencies and/or study system requirements to determine proper server installation methods and procedures.

• Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement network/system security measures in order to protect data, software, and hardware.
• Provides regular monitoring and analysis regarding short and long-range planning for in-house systems.
• Prepares or ensures that appropriate documentation exists, including operational instructions.
• Writes or modifies basic scripts to resolve performance problems and automate administration tasks.
• Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes.

Qualifications

• High School with 6 - 9 years system administration (or commensurate experience)
• Active Secret clearance and able to acquire and maintain DEA suitability.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $71,150.00 - USD $98,500.00 /Yr.