Systems Administrator 43516

Cherokee Nation; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Systems Administrator to support critical health IT networks for a government client in the United States. The role requires an active Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain one, and US citizenship.

The candidate will administer and secure LAN/WAN, manage user access, backups, and server maintenance, ensuring compliance with DoD, DHA, HIPAA, and NIST standards. Strong documentation and scripting ability are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in IT or related field.
• Security+ certification at minimum; CISSP or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience administering LAN/WAN, servers, user access, and backups.
• Familiarity with DoD, DHA, HIPAA, and NIST standards.
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and secure LAN/WAN networks, web, and communications.
• Manage user access, security, and privileges for hospital networks.
• Administer accounts, email, chat, and FTP for up to 2,000 users.
• Maintain servers; manage backups and data integrity.
• Monitor system performance and track CPU/disk usage.
• Install and document software updates, patches, and upgrades.
• Resolve software issues; write/modify scripts; provide guidance.
• Maintain and document IM/IT systems.
• Configure and update data files; ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, DHA, HIPAA, and NIST standards.
• Analyze network/system requirements; document findings.
• Prepare implementation plans; manage new installations.
• Research and evaluate vendor hardware/software.
• Document network activity and monitor performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Network Administration

System Administration

Security best practices

Documentation

Vendor evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Security+ certification at minimum

CISSP or equivalent certification

Job description

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a U.S. citizen.

System Administrator Responsibilities Include

• Administer and secure Network, Web, and communication systems (LAN/WAN).
• Manage user access, security, and privilege levels for hospital Internet/Intranet.
• Administer accounts, profiles, email, chat, and FTP for up to 2,000 users.
• Maintain servers, ensure links between servers and end users, and manage backups.
• Monitor system performance, report CPU, disk usage, and response times.
• Install and document software updates, patches, and system upgrades.
• Resolve software issues, write/modify scripts, and provide technical guidance.
• Manage, maintain, and document IM/IT systems.
• Maintain data integrity, configure, monitor, and update data files.
• Ensure compliance with standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
• Analyze and document network and system requirements.
• Prepare technical implementation plans and manage new system installations.
• Research and evaluate vendor hardware/software products.
• Comply with DoD, DHA, HIPAA, and NIST standards.
• Document network activity and monitor network performance and intranet accessibility.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

System Administrator Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Personnel performing the system administration function shall maintain Security+ certification at a minimum. CISSP or equivalent certification/education is desired.
• Frequent sitting, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing and seeing up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; occasional walking or standing.
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Employee will be exposed to a wide variety of people in differing functions, personalities and abilities.

Company Information

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords

• Virtual Medical Center
• IT Infrastructure
• DoD Compliance
• Technical Support
• Network Administration

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