Systems Administrator - Expert

Cherokee Federal; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal seeks a Systems Administrator Expert to design, troubleshoot, and implement secure systems and infrastructure for a government client. The role focuses on developing secure systems in AWS/Azure environments and ensuring compliance with security requirements.

The candidate will demonstrate a strong DevOps background, be able to mentor others, and handle multiple priorities under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 11 years of experience in system engineering or related IT security roles.
• Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience developing with Python, Ansible, OpenText NNMi, Cisco NSO.
• Strong DevOps focus and experience building and deploying infrastructure in cloud environments.
• Deployment technologies like Ansible, Puppet, etc.
• Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with Scrum/Agile development methodologies.
• Capable of delivering on multiple competing priorities with little supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot cloud (AWS) implementation issues.
• Resolve Linux software issues and support development.
• Demonstrate success as a DevOps systems engineer and technical admin.
• Apply Agile methodologies and a continuous improvement mindset.
• GitHub and other source control experience.
• Adhere to security standards and organizational requirements.
• Mentor and train engineers and improve processes.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

DevOps focus

Communication skills

Security compliance

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

Python

Ansible

OpenText NNMi

Cisco NSO

Puppet

Job description

Systems Administrator Expert

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance.

The System Administrator - Expert provides critical support in designing, troubleshooting, and implementing secure systems and infrastructure. This role focuses on developing systems and ensuring systems comply with security requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Systems Administrator Expert: $170,000.00 - $210,000.00

Pay commensurate with experience.

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

Systems Administrator Expert Responsibilities Include:

• Ability to troubleshoot cloud (AWS) implementation issues.
• Solve software (Linux) issues and software development.
• Proven success working as a DEVOPs systems engineer and technical admin.
• Agile Methodology and continuous improvement mindset
• GitHub experience and other source control systems
• Strict adherence to security standards and organizational requirements
• Willingness to mentor and train other engineers as well as seek to continually improve processes.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Systems Administrator Expert Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 11 years of experience in system engineering or related IT security roles.
• Hands-on experience working within AWS/Azure/cloud environments
• Hands-on experience developing with Python, Ansible, Opentext NNMi, Cisco NSO
• Strong DevOps focus and experience building and deploying infrastructure with cloud
• Deployment technologies like Ansible, Chet, Puppet, etc.
• Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks
• Experience with Scrum/Agile development methodologies
• Capable of delivering on multiple competing priorities with little supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Preting (Preting) 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 Preting, 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:

• Security Documentation
• Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Authorization & Accreditation (A&A)
• Systems Security Plans (SSP)
• Compliance Coordination

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.