System Administrator

CACI International Inc; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 120,800 - 265,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Flexible time off

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology company in Laurel, MD is looking for a System Administrator to support implementation and maintenance of IT systems. The position demands ten years of experience in similar roles and mastery of Linux, Unix, and Windows environments. Responsibilities include troubleshooting issues, managing daily IT operations, and ensuring system reliability. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and a flexible time-off policy.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience as a System Administrator in similar programs.
• One year experience in Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco OS.
• Five years of experience administering Linux, Unix, or Windows OS.

Responsibilities

• Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems.
• Provide Tier I and Tier II problem identification and resolution.
• Manage configuration and operation of IT systems.

Skills

IAT Level I Certification

Linux

Unix

Windows

Cisco OS

Problem-solving

Job description

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Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US

Opportunity

Simply put, our mission is to get data to those who need it 24x7x365. FASTCONDUIT provides world-wide, enterprise-scaled corporate data transport and messaging services that are highly available, reliable, and fault tolerant. We are a division level (Y421) contract providing support for the following mission‑critical organizations: Y4211/ Enterprise Transport and Routing (ETR), Y4212/ Application Messaging Framework (AMF), and Y4213/ Information Transport Services (ITS). Y421 transports critical data to protect U.S. national security interests, the Warfighter, and civilians. Ultimately, U.S. and Allied Forces live depend on Y421 services, and the FASTCONDUIT contract is a critical contributor to successfully executing this mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems
• Provide Tier I (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
• Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems
• Provide assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems
• Provide Tier I (Help Desk) and Tier II (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
• Provide support to IT systems including day‑to‑day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Optimize system operations and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning
• Provide in‑depth experience in trouble‑shooting IT systems
• Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets
• Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance

Qualifications

Required:

• CWIP: IAT Level I Certification, IA Baseline Certification in Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco OS operating system.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as an SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• One (1) year experience in Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco OS operating system.
• Five (5) years' experience administering Linux, Unix, or Windows Operating System.
• Five (5) years' experience supporting applications in the SIGINT environment.
• Three (3) years' experience installing software packages such as .iso and RedHat package Managers (rpm).

Desired

• Three (3) years' experience configuring, troubleshooting, monitoring, and administering a message service (such as Java Messaging Service, TIBCO, ActiveMQ, Artemis, Kafka).
• Strong organizational skills
• In‑depth experience in trouble‑shooting IT systems

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
—An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers – every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
—A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground – in your career and in our legacy.
—Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range

Pay range can be influenced by factors such as geographic location, contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skills, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $120,800 - $265,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.