Senior Systems Administrator - Linux & Windows (Secret)

Interactive Process Technology LLC

Bath Township (OH)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

IPT Associates (IPTA) is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator-Linux and Some MS Windows to support Wright-Patterson AFB. The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux and Windows servers across physical/virtual environments, applying patches, hardening, and ensuring STIG compliance while coordinating with cybersecurity personnel.

Applicants should have a BS in CS or related field and an active Secret clearance, with hands-on experience managing enterprise Linux and Windows

Qualifications

BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field.
Active Secret security clearance required.
Demonstrated experience administering enterprise Linux systems, with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server administration.
Hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting physical and virtual servers, including operating system performance, resource utilization, capacity, and connectivity.
Experience performing system patching, security hardening, STIG implementation, vulnerability-scan interpretation, and vulnerability remediation in accordance with applicable DoD and Air Force requirements.
Experience administering storage, backups, data restoration, and disaster recovery capabilities.
Working knowledge of user account administration, access permissions, and Windows domain and Active Directory services.
Possess and maintain current information assurance certifications applicable to the assigned duties under DoDM 8140.03, including appropriate operating system certification where required.
Experience using scripting and configuration management tools to automate routine administration and maintain consistent system configurations.
Ability to maintain clear technical documentation and apply incident, problem, and change management practices while coordinating with users, application teams, and cybersecurity personnel.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, administer, and maintain Linux servers and supporting Microsoft Windows systems across physical and virtual environments.
Monitor system availability, performance, and resource utilization; troubleshoot operating system, hardware, software, and connectivity issues and optimize performance to sustain high availability and reliable mission operations.
Apply operating system and software patches, implement security hardening, support vulnerability scans, and remediate and document findings in coordination with cybersecurity personnel to meet applicable STIG and DoD/Air Force requirements.
Administer storage and backup solutions, manage capacity, and perform data restoration and disaster recovery activities to maintain data integrity, availability, and recoverability.
Manage user accounts, roles, permissions, and operating system access controls; support Windows domain and Active Directory administration as required.
Install, configure, sustain, and upgrade approved software applications; resolve compatibility and performance issues, support software license compliance, and coordinate with application teams and vendors.
Automate routine administration and configuration tasks, maintain approved configuration baselines, and support testing and deployment of system upgrades through documented change-control processes.
Maintain system configuration records, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides; document and resolve incidents and problems, support change management, and provide knowledge transfer to sustain continuity of operations.
IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment-related decisions.