Senior Systems Administrator

Parsons; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Systems Administrator to plan and maintain infrastructure in Colorado Springs with a hybrid schedule and up to 50% travel. The role requires a US Government Secret clearance and hands-on VMware, Linux/Windows, AD/LDAP/DNS experience, plus cloud and container tools like Kubernetes, Rancher, AWS, and Docker.

Part of our Federal Solutions team, you will support government missions across the US with ongoing growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in relevant field; 8+ years experience (10+ years may substitute).
• Experience with VMware, AD/LDAP/DNS, Linux and Windows server admin.
• Proficiency with Atlassian applications and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Patches VMs, classroom peripherals, and laptops.
• Maintain Active Directory Tree and DNS administration.
• Automate server maintenance including patching and updates.
• Work with Kubernetes, Rancher, AWS, Docker for demos and infra.
• Deliver demo laptops for conferences and release media to customers.

Skills

VMware Administration

Linux Administration

Windows Administration

Active Directory / LDAP / DNS

Atlassian Suite

Microsoft Azure

Hybrid work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Kubernetes

Rancher

AWS

Docker

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Systems Administrator to join our team! In this role you will get to plan and maintain infrastructure environments. This position is located in Colorado Springs and offers a hybrid work schedule accompanied with travel up to 50%.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Patching virtual machines, classroom peripherals, and laptops.
• Active Directory Tree maintenance
• Automating routine maintenance of servers to include patching and updates
• Using development supporting systems (Kubernetes, Rancher, AWS, Docker)
• Maintain and upgrade customer demonstration environments
• Delivery of custom built demo laptops for conference events.
• Delivery release media to customers

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree in relevant field of study with 8+ years of experience. 10+ years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• VMWare Administration
• Linux and Windows OS Administration
• Active Directory / LDAP / DNS Administration
• Atlassian Suite of Applications
• Microsoft Products (Server Administrator, Azure)
• Must be able to work in a hybrid setting which will consist of being on-site in Colorado Springs 40% of the time and working remotely 60% of the time.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time. Travel will typically be within the Continental United States.
• Must have US Government Secret clearance

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Scripting (Bash, Ant, Python)
• Docker, Kubernetes
• HBSS/WSUS Administration

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-

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