Systems Administrator

McLaughlin Research Corp.; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaughlin Research Corp. has a Systems Administrator opening at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. This is a full-time position requiring a Secret clearance.

The role oversees daily IT operations, server administration on Windows and Linux, and security control implementation. You will manage accounts, perform upgrades, and contribute to system documentation and staff training.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional systems administration experience.
• Experience with Windows and Linux server administration.
• DoD IA training and privileged access knowledge.
• Ability to justify and implement system security measures.

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports daily IT operations of networked systems.
• Install hardware and software; perform upgrades.
• Manage user accounts and network security.
• Maintain documentation and web page updates.
• Train staff on software and applications.
• Monitor configurations and implement security tools.
• Support outages and resolve issues.

Skills

Independent work

Team player

Strong work ethic

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows Server 2019/2022

Linux (RHEL 7/8, CentOS, Ubuntu)

RMF

ACAS scanning

Job description

Systems Administrator - (SYSADMN I_COMPANY_1.1)

Job Title

Systems Administrator

Location

Job Type / Status

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Clearance Level Required

Secret

Job Description

McLaughlin Research Corp. has an opening for a Systems Administrator at the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Dahlgren, VA. (pending contract award)

The Systems Administrator administers and supports daily operational requirements of computer network systems including workstation, file servers, and web servers. Duties typically involve the installation of hardware, software, systems upgrades, network accounts, network security, and web page design, interface and updates as well as local system design documentation. The System Administrator will maintain, troubleshoot, and implement network security tools including firewalls, anti-virus, and intrusion detection services. In addition, the System Administrator will train staff on software applicable to their position, assist customers with information technology, monitor system configuration (hardware and software), and provide instruction on computers use and applications.

Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. Experience in installing, supporting, and maintaining servers or other computer systems, and planning for and responding to service outages and other problems. Demonstrated skills in the following: Administration of Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, and Windows Server 2022 (for Windows support) or Administration of Red Hat Linux 7, Red Hat Linux 8, CentOS Linux, Ubuntu Linux (for Linux support), to include drivers, applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates. Must interact with corporate and vendor SMEs to solve complex problems. RMF experience, ACAS scanning, and ability to build and maintain Windows Systems is necessary as well as experience documenting trouble reports from STIGs to support computer equipment modifications. In addition, per the requirements set forth in DoDM 8140.03, as a condition of privileged access to any information system, personnel performing IA functions must satisfy both preparatory and sustainment of DoD IA training and certification requirements as outlined in the referenced directives. Personnel with Privileged Access must complete a \"Privileged Access Agreement\" and a “Privileged” SAAR.

Job Requirements

• Ability to work independently, prioritize recurring updates, and support a collaborative team.


• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.


• Experience: 3 years professional experience in systems administration.


• The individual should be goal-oriented and have a strong work ethic.


• The ability to multi-task and work in a team environment is essential.


• Maintain a current US Government Secret Clearance.