System Administrator (Azure)

The Hatchit Marketplace, LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Onsite gym access

Commuter Benefits Plan

Job summary

Expression is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator with Azure Cloud Operations to support the NTIA Federal Spectrum Data Systems (FSDS) program within the Department of Commerce. The role requires Active Secret clearance and will operate hybrid/on-site in Washington, DC to maintain secure, available systems.

Responsibilities include patching, backups, STIG implementation, and monitoring across Azure environments, with DoD 8140 IAT Level II and CompTIA Security+ certifications preferred

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level II or equivalent certifications.
• CompTIA Security+ and Azure Expert-level certification are preferred.
• Experience in patching, backup validation, and STIG implementation.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day operations and maintenance of Azure environments supporting NTIA Secret and Unclassified systems.
• Apply STIGs, perform patching, backups, and remediation of security findings.
• Monitor Azure dashboards and manage Log Analytics workspaces for centralized monitoring.
• Support cost analysis, incident response, and security-focused initiatives across Azure environments.
• Maintain documentation and assist in required contractual reporting.

Skills

Azure operations

Security compliance

Scripting

Tools

Azure AD

Log Analytics

SIEM

Entra ID

Job description

hatch I.T. is partnering with Expression to find a System Administrator.

About The Role:

Expression is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator with expertise on Azure Cloud Operations to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Federal Spectrum Data Systems (FSDS) program within the Department of Commerce. NTIA's Office of Spectrum Management manages electromagnetic spectrum use for the Federal Government and operates national security and unclassified systems used to assign frequencies, maintain spectrum-use databases, review Federal telecommunications systems, and perform spectrum engineering assessments. The FSDS program supports NTIA's modernization of its spectrum-management systems through improved technologies, architectures, automation, and interoperability.

The Systems Administrator will provide Azure cloud operations and maintenance support for Secret and Unclassified spectrum IT systems, helping maintain their security, availability, performance, recoverability, and operational functionality. The position will work across Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments and support NTIA's transition of additional systems into production.

Location and Clearance:

• Clearance: Active Secret clearance required
• Location: Hybrid/on-site up to 3 days per week, or as required for classified work, at the Herbert C. Hoover Building, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230.

About the Company:

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's "Perpetual Innovation" culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for their clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with their clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.

• Perform day-to-day operations and maintenance of Azure environments supporting NTIA Secret and Unclassified spectrum systems.
• Perform system and application patching, backup validation and testing, account troubleshooting, licensing activities, scripting, and routine system administration.
• Implement and maintain applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and support remediation of identified security findings.
• Monitor Azure dashboards to identify infrastructure health issues, application or system performance degradation, and site-wide alerts.
• Configure and maintain Azure Log Analytics Workspaces to support centralized log aggregation, alerting, dashboards, operational reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Support security-focused implementations and technical initiatives across Azure environments.
• Assist the Task Order security team with technical information and updates required to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation.
• Support POA&M remediation activities and resolution of identified vulnerabilities and security deficiencies.
• Utilize SIEM capabilities to collect, correlate, monitor, and analyze security events supporting threat detection, troubleshooting, and incident response.
• Apply cloud networking knowledge to troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues and support infrastructure enhancements.
• Operate and maintain authentication and authorization infrastructure, including Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access policies, Virtual Networks, and associated service infrastructure.
• Support Azure environment enhancements and configuration changes.
• Maintain data backups and recovery procedures for mission-critical systems and periodically validate recoverability.
• Support database and data-management activities associated with operational systems.
• Support operations across Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments.
• Support data movement across security domains using the Azure Data Transfer Cross-Domain tool.
• Support classified systems and SIPR network operations as required.
• Conduct periodic Azure environment cost analysis and develop recommendations for cost optimization.
• Maintain operational functionality and availability for critical NTIA applications, including Spectrum XXI, IRACnet, FMRS, EL-CID Online, FWDP, and IQLink.
• Work independently and collaboratively within an Agile/Scrum environment to resolve incidents, implement changes, and sustain production services.
• Maintain accurate operational, configuration, security, and technical documentation.
• Contribute to required contractual reporting and technical deliverables.

Certifications:

• Must satisfy DoD 8140 IAT Level II requirements.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Azure Expert-level certification, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.

The Systems Administrator may support preparation, maintenance, and technical inputs for:

• Weekly Activity Reports (WARs)
• Contract Monthly Reports (CMRs)
• Monthly Risk Matrix
• Interim Progress Review (IPR) briefing materials
• Monthly Vulnerability Scan Reports
• Quarterly Authentication/Authorization System Status Reports
• Monthly Configuration Management Logs from Git repositories
• Monthly System Availability & Reliability Reports
• Quarterly Environment Cost Analysis Reports with recommendations

Benefits:

Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:

• 401k matching
• PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
• Education reimbursement
• Complimentary life insurance
• Generous PTO and holiday leave
• Onsite office gym access
• Commuter Benefits Plan