Senior Systems Administrator - TS/SCI Clearance

Knight Federal Solutions, Inc.; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Federal Solutions in Washington, DC is seeking a Systems Administrator to maintain and optimize our IT infrastructure, ensuring secure operations in a TS/SCI environment and collaboration with cross-functional teams on critical projects.

Responsibilities include system and network management, security measures, backups, disaster recovery planning, and supporting users. Candidates should have 8+ years in enterprise IT, Windows and Linux, virtualization, and cloud familiarity.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in systems administration.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Experience with firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is preferred.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance is mandatory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain IT systems, including servers, networks, and software applications, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Perform routine system checks and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Implement security measures and protocols to protect sensitive data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and deploy system upgrades and enhancements.
• Monitor system performance and generate reports to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide technical support and guidance to users, addressing their concerns and resolving system-related queries.
• Ensure the integrity and availability of data through regular backups and disaster recovery planning.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

Skills

TS/SCI Clearance

Windows

Linux

VMware/Hyper-V

Network management

PowerShell

Python

Bash

AWS/Azure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

None

Job description

Knight Federal Solutions in Washington, DC is seeking a Systems Administrator to maintain and optimize our IT infrastructure, ensuring secure operations in a TS/SCI environment and collaboration with cross-functional teams on critical projects.

Responsibilities include system and network management, security measures, backups, disaster recovery planning, and supporting users. Candidates should have 8+ years in enterprise IT, Windows and Linux, virtualization, and cloud familiarity.