Junior Systems Administrator

TekSynap; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking a Systems Administrator to ensure smooth operation of multi-user computer systems. The role involves monitoring system performance, security administration, and providing backup recovery. Applicants must possess an Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance, and 8-10 years of relevant experience or a comparable educational background. The company offers competitive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans. This position is based in Aurora, CO.

Qualifications

• Must have TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance.
• High School diploma and significant experience is required.
• Certifications such as Security+ CE, RHCSA, or CISSP are required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage system resources to maintain efficiency.
• Perform systems security administration, creating user profiles.
• Interact with users and evaluate vendor products.

Skills

Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

Security+ CE

Linux+

Education

High School diploma with 8-10 years experience, or BS with 2-4 years

Tools

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

VMware VCP

Nutanix NCP

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Systems Administrator maintains smooth operation of multi‑user computer systems, coordinating with network engineers.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency.
• Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.
• Sets up administrator accounts, maintains system documentation, tunes system performance, installs system‑wide software, and allocates mass storage space.
• Interacts with users, evaluates vendor products, makes recommendations for hardware and software purchases, coordinates installation, and provides backup and recovery.
• Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
• May be assigned responsibility for less‑experienced staff.

Qualified Experience and Certifications

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
• HS, 8‑10 years of relevant experience; BS, 2‑4 years; MS, 0‑2
• One of the following DoD 8570/CS‑NET‑451 certifications is required:
  • Security+ CE
  • SSCP
  • CySA+
  • GSEC

Desired Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• MCSA / MCSE
• RHCSA / RHCE
• Linux+
• VMware VCP
• Nutanix NCP
• Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
• AWSSysOps Administrator
• CASP+
• CISSP
• SCAP / STIG implementation training
• ACAS / Nessus experience
• ITIL4 Foundation
• HDI certifications

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(K), life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability plans, vacation time, and holidays.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Location: Aurora, CO with occasional travel to Colorado Springs, CO
• Type of environment: Varies
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Normal work hours constitute on average 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week (excluding breaks and meal periods) within standard operational hours occurring 0600‑1800, Monday‑Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 20%

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

Wage Information

Target salary range: $104,000.00 – $111,000.00.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company‑sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.