System Administrator with Security Clearance

DCCA; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Paid disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Education assistance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

DCCA is an established veteran-owned IT business delivering IT services to government and commercial clients since 1982. The System Administrator role requires an active TS/SCI with Poly and involves configuring, securing, and maintaining Windows and Linux servers, monitoring systems, and supporting test verification activities in a dynamic government-driven environment.

You will work across the full stack, integrating Python/Django projects with AWS CloudFormation and CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold 8570 IAT-II certifications (or higher)
• Linux Administration experience with RHEL 7/8 or higher
• Familiarity with Agile/DevSecOps and CI/CD tooling
• Experience building full stack apps with Python/Django and cloud tech (AWS)
• Proficient in GitLab administration and related tooling

Responsibilities

• User Systems Administration in Windows and Linux environments
• Setup and secure servers in Windows/Linux environments
• Perform system maintenance, patching, backups and rotations
• Monitor systems and manage outages and diagnostics
• Manage Tier 2 software maintenance and backups on Linux/Windows
• Document problems and report discrepancies using logging tools
• Contribute to test artifact development and verification activities
• Execute test procedures and coordinate with participants and witnesses
• Support verification events with charts, evidence, and reports

Skills

8570 IAT-II certifications

Linux Administration

DevSecOps

CI/CD (Jenkins)

Python/Django

AWS CloudFormation

GitLab Administration

Education

Associate Engineer (CT7)

Engineer 1 (CT8)

Senior Engineer (CT9)

Principal Engineer (CT10)

Engineer Consultant (CT11)

Tools

GitLab

AWS CloudFormation

Jenkins

Job description

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com System Administrator Candidate must have an active TS/SCI w/ Poly For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA's successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters. Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence. Key Tasks:

• User Systems Administration in a Windows and Linux environment including account creation/deletion and password maintenance
• Setup, maintain, secure, and configure servers in a Windows and Linux environment
• System maintenance (auditing logs, patching/upgrading software, backup/restore, and password/certificate rotations)
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as general computer tasks, application loads, disk utilization, system loading and system monitoring
• Perform Tier 2 software application maintenance and backups on assigned systems running a variety of operating systems to include Linux and Windows
• Detect, isolate, document, quickly report, and resolve system outages or problems encountered during operations of the operational system baseline, which includes collecting diagnostic data, restoring the system operation, developing workarounds, and other activities necessary for recovery of a system
• Document problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools
• Participate in the verification attribute and methodology development, creating key test artifacts essential for comprehensive program testing
• Perform specific test procedure development, including automated tests, as part of the artifacts required to complete prior to formal testing
• Perform specific test procedure execution per the defined procedures, coordinating across all test participants and witnesses, documenting all execution details
• Provide formal and informal verification event support including chart development, evidence and report capture, and test activity management. Required Skills:
• Must currently possess 8570 IAT-II certifications (or higher) - baseline (ex. Security+) and CE (ex. Linux+)
• Linux Administration (RHEL 7/8 or higher) Desired Skills:
• Work with the following software development lifecycle concepts: Agile, DevSecOps, Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Deployment (CD) making use of Jenkins, test automation, and other tools.
• Interface with and help build full stack web applications using Python, Django, and cloud technologies (AWS with CloudFormation).
• GitLab Administration Required Education / Certifications:
• Associate Engineer (CT7): Entry-level to experienced, but still a learner typically with an advanced degree and 0 years experience or bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer 1 (CT8): Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent
• Senior Engineer (CT9): Emerging authority typically with an advanced degree and 7+ years experience or bachelors with 9+ years experience or equivalent; applies extensive expertise
• Principal Engineer (CT10): Expert, authority in discipline typically with an advanced degree and 12+ years experience or bachelors with 14+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer Consultant (CT11): Senior consultant to top management typically with an advanced degree and 18+ years experience or bachelors with 20+ years experience or equivalent The proposed salary range for this position in Colorado is 100,000 - 214,000. The final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, paid disability, and life insurance programs, employee assistance programs, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives. At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we're able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits. Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large. Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help your career and create lasting relationships. Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection. Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page . Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems. Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets