System Administrator-ECWM/Government Contract Writing Systems (TS with SCI eligibility)

RedSky; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K plan

Paid government holidays

Personal leave

Job summary

RedSky is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator and Business Analyst to support DoD missions in Tampa. This role blends advanced systems administration with business analytics to optimize contract-writing platforms and data flows.

The ideal candidate will implement, maintain, and evaluate ECWM, SPS, and related federal eBusiness systems, collaborating with developers to ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS while delivering robust reporting and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 7–9 years of related work experience
• CompTIA Security+ certification preferred
• DoD contracting/acquisition experience required

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level Systems Administration support for ECWM, SPS, and similar federal platforms
• Ensure system configuration, data flow, and operational readiness for daily contracting operations
• Develop and troubleshoot reports and data visualizations using Cognos and Power BI
• Collaborate with developers and system integrators on requirements, configurations, and change management
• Support data migration, interface validation, and integration with FPDS, SAM.gov, and other acquisition systems
• Assess compliance risks and ensure alignment with FAR/DFARS/DPAP policies
• Create test plans, perform UAT, regression testing, and defect triage
• Develop SOPs, user guides, and training materials and deliver end-user training

Skills

Power BI

SQL

PowerShell

VB.Net

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

7–9 years of experience

CompTIA Security+ certification

DoD contracting/ acquisition experience

Tools

Sybase SQL scripts

Cognos

FPDS-NG

SAM

PD2 v4.2.2 SR17

Windows client/server environments

Job description

RedSky is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator and Business Analyst to join our team in support of the Department of Defense. At RedSky, we pride ourselves on exceeding client expectations, and this role will be pivotal in driving our continued success. As a valued member of our collaborative and innovative team, you will contribute directly to our mission of delivering exceptional results.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement, along with additional perks such as a 401K plan, paid government holidays, and personal leave.

Responsibilities

Provide expert, senior-level Systems Administration and Business Analyst support for the sustainment, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of Enterprise Contract Writing Management (ECWM) systems, the Standard Procurement System (SPS), and comparable federal eBusiness platforms. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in eBusiness systems (including SPS/PD2, EDA, DEAMS, and PIEE), ensuring optimal system configuration, data flow integration, and operational readiness to support daily contracting operations.

• Manage user accounts, monitor daily error logs, and perform advanced system administration and troubleshooting tasks
• Ensure contracting infrastructure viability by providing the appropriate network credentials and technical skill level
• Provide software upgrade support, implement system patches, and assist with Information Assurance (IA) vulnerability remediation and deployments
• Troubleshoot interfaces and system anomalies, escalating unresolvable issues to higher-tier helpdesks as an authorized site caller
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into database designs, data specifications, and data visualization/reporting solutions
• Coordinate with developers and system integrators on requirement implementations, configuration decisions, and change management
• Assist with data migration, interface validation, and seamless integration with FPDS, SAM.gov, CLS, or other critical acquisition systems
• Assess gaps, inefficiencies, and potential compliance risks, ensuring modifications align with FAR, DFARS, DPAP memorandums, and agency policies
• Develop customized analytical reports and scripts encompassing project, execution, and productivity metrics
• Write custom reports using Cognos and other built-in report writing tools, while managing ad hoc, labor-intensive data calls for the COR
• Develop test plans and scripts; conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT), regression testing, and defect triage to validate system outputs for accuracy
• Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), user guides, and training materials, while delivering training sessions and functional guidance to end-users

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 7 to 9 years of related work experience
• CompTIA Security + certification
• DoD Contracting/Acquisition experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL (including Sybase SQL script writing), PowerShell, and VB.Net
• In-depth knowledge of ECWM, Standard Procurement System products (PD2 v4.2.2 SR17 and above), Cognos, FPDS-NG, SAM, and Windows client/server environments
• Strong understanding of procurement workflows, the contract lifecycle, and FAR/DFARS/SOFARS compliance
• Ability to travel to locations as needed for support