Senior Systems Administrator

TekSynap; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 158,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Vacation time

Holidays

Job summary

A high-tech solutions company is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to ensure the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance, along with a CompTIA Security+ certification and experience in systems administration, particularly in DoD or Intelligence settings. The position is located in Aurora, CO, with occasional travel and offers a competitive salary range of $158,000 to $190,000. Full benefits include health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years of progressively responsible systems administration experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise, multi-user environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and manages system resources to maintain operating efficiency.
• Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles.
• Sets up administrator accounts and maintains system documentation.
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Recommends purchase of hardware and software.

Skills

Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

Active CompTIA Security+

RHCSA

RHCE or equivalent Windows certification

Experience in DoD or Intelligence Community settings

Experience operating in classified environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

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

TekSynap is a fast‑growing high‑tech company that understands the pace of technology today and the need for a comprehensive, well‑planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the ability to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer full‑time employees a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability plans, vacation time, and holidays.

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 and evaluates vendor products.
• Recommends purchase of hardware and software, coordinates installation, and provides backup recovery.
• Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
• Might be assigned responsibility for less experienced staff.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
• Active CompTIA Security+
• At least one advanced platform certification:
  • RHCSA
  • RHCE or equivalent Windows certification
• Minimum 8–12 years of progressively responsible systems administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise, multi‑user environments in DoD or Intelligence Community settings preferred.
• Experience operating in classified environments.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Location: Aurora, CO with occasional travel to Colorado Springs, CO
• Type of environment: Varies
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Normal work hours (average 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week) within standard operational hours 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%

Physical Demands

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. Vision requirements include close sight, distance sight, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

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

Wage Information

Target salary range: $158,000.00 – $190,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. 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.

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