Systems Administrator

Shield Consulting Solutions; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

11 paid holidays

Employer-paid healthcare

401(k) 8% match

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions is seeking a highly experienced System Administrator with active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph for a full-time role in Hanover, Maryland. You will manage day-to-day IT operations, monitor systems, and resolve issues across client/server/network environments, including Windows, Linux, and virtualization platforms.

Required: Security+ certification, 10 years as a System Administrator, and a technical bachelor's degree (or 5 additional years of experience in lieu of the

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is REQUIRED.
• Security+ certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or 5 additional years of System Administrator experience in lieu of the degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to IT systems, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client/server/network devices.
• Manage IT system infrastructure, configuration, operation, and related processes.
• Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, and diagnosis.

Skills

Security+

Powershell scripting

System Administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance. Telework: None

Basic Requirements:

• Security+ Cert
• 10 years of experience as a System Administrator
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
  • 5 additional years of experience as a System Administrator may be substituted for a degree

Job Description:

• Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all the client/server/network devices.
• Manages IT system infrastructure, configuration, operation, and any processes related to the IT systems.
• Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, and diagnosis.
• Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers.

Required Experience:

• Windows 11: ability to troubleshoot various hardware issues
• Linux: experience with Ubuntu and Fedora
• Networking: experience with Juniper
• Windows Server: manage roles including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory including Group Policy, Remote Desktop Services, and Hyper-V
• Experience with Powershell scripting

Desired Experience:

• Experience with Cisco and Dell networking systems
• Ability to upgrade code on Cisco and Juniper switches
• Strong Windows and Linux troubleshooting skills with hardware and software issues
• HP Device Manager (understanding of RMM tools would be sufficient)
• Experience with Splunk, Zabbix, Syslog-ng

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position

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