Systems Administrator

Arenatechnologies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Chantilly, VA is hiring an IT Systems Administrator to manage Linux-based systems and improve network efficiencies. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree and have 3-5 years of experience in system design and security. Responsibilities include system monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining documentation. U.S. Citizenship and a Top Secret/SCI clearance are required for this position, along with DoD 8570/8140 certification.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of directly related experience.
• Experience with system security design and best practices.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new system and network solutions.
• Install, configure, and support information systems.
• Perform capacity analysis and planning for user base growth.

Skills

Linux expertise

System design

Problem solving

VMware experience

Time management

Routing and switching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in information technology

Tools

VMware

Cisco

Dell

Juniper

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

SPA is hiring an IT Systems Administrator to support a multi-vendor infrastructure with a focus on Linux-based systems. This position is aligned with the Operations Research and Cyber Analysis (ORCA) division and located in their Chantilly, VA office.

The role will include designing secure system configurations, documenting, managing the deployment and installation of hardware, software and cybersecurity tool sets, and maintaining and upgrading existing systems with up to 10% travel to support remote events. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Linux while possessing background and functional knowledge in MS Windows, capable of providing technical solutions to meet the requirements of the SPA ORCA group and clients.

SPA has an immediate need for a Systems Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new system and network solutions and/or improve the efficiency of current information systems
• Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and support information systems, routers, and switches, to include both physical and virtual
• Configure routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
• Maximize performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
• Accurately document instances of equipment or component failure, repair, installation, and removal
• Investigate faults in the systems and networks, perform analysis, diagnose, provide resolution of complex problems, and recommend and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate services, troubleshooting, and resolutions with 3rd party transport providers
• Perform capacity analysis and planning to ensure growing user base and processing demand
• Coordinate and execute scheduled upgrades
• Report system status to key stakeholders
• Accurately document and maintain ATO documentation including standard operating procedure development, artifact creation, submission of artifacts to ISSM and/or government representatives
• Assist in preparing, maintaining, and upholding procedures for monitoring and responding to cybersecurity continuous monitoring requirements (SIEM, log review, validation of security controls, etc.)
• Assist in preparing, maintaining, and upholding procedures for logging, reporting, and statistically monitoring system operations
• Interface with third-party support and equipment vendors as needed
• Travel will be required to support remote client events, up to 10%

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in information technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 3-5 years directly related experience
• Experience with system design, system security design and best practice, system building process development (Linux, Secure Host Baselines, Windows Server, Windows OS, etc.)
• Problem solving and time management capabilities
• Experience working independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• US Citizenship required, successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Must possess and maintain DoD 8570 / 8140 compliant certification
• Security clearance (Top Secret / SCI Required), and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with routing and switching in multi-vendor environment (Dell, Cisco, Juniper)
• Experience in VMWare and virtualized architecture and environments