Junior Systems Administrator

Greenfield Engineering; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HealthCare Plan

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability

Job summary

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company, is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator in Patuxent River, MD to support 75 users and 125 assets. The role focuses on configuring, deploying and maintaining Windows servers and desktops, network infrastructure, and IA compliance.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in system administration, knowledge of ACAS/SCAPs, and a Security+ certification. Onsite presence at Patuxent River NAS is required 90% of the work week; Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of system administration experience.
• Experience with ACAS/SCAPs scanning and remediation.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Ability to manage and secure multiple servers and security requirements.
• Security-conscious with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and independent work ethic.
• Flexibility to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Perform ACAS/SCAPs on machines and apply patches.
• Build, maintain, and harden workstations and laptops.
• Upgrade and configure data systems; administer operating systems and backups.
• Coordinate information for ISSO submittals for ATOs.
• Install and support LAN/WAN and Internet systems or segments.
• Administer network security measures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

System administration

ACAS

SCAPs

Microsoft Windows

Security best practices

Independent worker

Problem solving

Self-starter

Organized

Detail oriented

Communicate findings to ISSO

Education

BS/BA degree

AA/AS degree

HS diploma

Tools

ACAS

SCAPs

Windows servers

Job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking Junior Systems Administrator in Patuxent River, MD.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuration, deployment and maintaining Windows servers, Windows 11 desktop systems, Network infrastructure and compliance with information assurance requirements. Candidate will create and maintain lab test and development environments. Candidate will support 75 users / 125 computer assets / printers / network connectivity in the building.

Position Type:

Full‑Time

Salary:

$65k-$85k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location:

Full‑time onsite (see onsite requirements below)

On‑site Requirements:

This position is not eligible for reoccurring telework, and will require an onsite presence at Patuxent River NAS for greater than or equal to 90% of the work week.

Essential Functions:

• Perform ACAS / SCAPs on machines to look for vulnerabilities and apply patches to remediate.
• Build, Maintain and harden workstations and laptops.
• Upgrade and configure data systems, administer operating systems, and maintain basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups.
• Responsible for gathering all information (drawing, hardware/software list, PAA's, etc for submittal to the ISSO for an ATO on EMASS ID 12900 and EMASS ID 3699
• Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system.
• Administer network security measures.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 years system administration experience
• Knowledge/exposure to ACAS
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Knowledgeable / proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems
• Ability to manage / maintain various types of servers and security requirements
• Security conscious in all aspects
• Resourceful / problem solving skills
• Works independently
• Self-starter
• Organized
• Detail oriented
• BS/BA degree and 1 years related experience, OR AA/AS degree and 3 years related experience, OR HS and 5 years related experience.

Security Clearance

Active Top Secret required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education

BS/BA degree and 1 years related experience, OR AA/AS degree and 3 years related experience, OR HS and 5 years related experience.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan