Systems Administrator

Leidos; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Reston, Virginia, is seeking a Systems Administrator to install, configure, administer, support and maintain IT systems and hardware. The role includes managing system infrastructures, applying best practices, performing backups, patching, tuning performance, and troubleshooting issues.

Candidates should have experience with AD, PowerShell, and security controls; TS/SCI clearance is required. Experience with virtualization, vulnerability scanning, and ACAS/Nessus is beneficial; strong

Qualifications

• BS or MS with 4–8 years of relevant experience or MS with 2–6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with DISA STIGs and vulnerability scanning.
• Experience administering Active Directory to manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, support and maintain systems and hardware.
• Manage system infrastructures and implement best practices.
• Configure physical and virtual systems; backup and recovery of IT infrastructure.

Skills

Active Directory

PowerShell

Nessus

DISA STIGs

Windows Server

Virtualization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Job description

Overview

Leidos has an opening for a Systems Administrator in Reston, Virginia.

Responsibilities include installation, configuration, administration, support and maintenance of systems, including associated hardware. Responsibilities may include management of systems infrastructures, implementing best practices to identify and recommend system functional specifications, configuration of physical and virtual systems, backup and recovery of IT infrastructure. Support duties may include updating and supporting systems by tuning performance, allocating storage space, implementing critical patches, reviewing systems performance logs to identify anomalies and troubleshoot issues.

Candidate must also be able to develop solutions to complex technical issues and problems that impact multiple areas or disciplines and regularly employ ingenuity and creativity to develop new technical solutions and systems in order to achieve functional objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI Clearance is required to be considered. Must be willing/able to obtain a TS/SCI w/polygraph
• Must be a US Citizen
• Ability to communicate with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members.
• Requires deep understanding of and ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts of technical domain and has broad understanding of other related specialty areas.
• Typical Education & Experience: Typically requires BS and 4 – 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 – 6 years of prior relevant experience. Relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience with DISA STIGs.
• Experience with ACAS/Nessus.
• Experience in utilizing Microsoft operating systems to deploy, manage, and support applications and services, ensuring system reliability and user productivity.
• Ability to administer Active Directory (AD) to manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across the network.
• Experience in automating IT tasks and processes using Microsoft PowerShell scripting to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Experience in overseeing security measures to protect the organization from possible threats. Identify security requirements and risks and develop mitigation policies.
• Experience in managing server infrastructure to ensure reliability, performance, and security of organizational systems and applications.
• Experience in managing and configuring IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and availability of services, while troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.
• Ability to create and enhance systems to meet organizational requirements and specifications while ensuring compatibility and compliance.
• Ability to implement systems and applications to support organizational initiatives and workflows effectively.
• Experience in managing complex systems throughout their life cycles and integrating various components, subsystems, or processes.
• Experience in providing technical assistance for related issues, ensuring timely resolution of problems, and maintaining optimal system performance and user satisfaction.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues that arise within a complex system or network infrastructure.
• Experience in implementing and managing virtual environments to optimize resource utilization, enhance scalability, and ensure system reliability.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Cloud Practioner
• CompTIA A
• Additional qualifications may include any other relevant certifications or experience.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.