Systems Administrator - Journeyman

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions is seeking Systems Administrators - Journeyman to support mission-critical efforts in Bedford, Massachusetts. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration, alongside extensive cybersecurity expertise. The positions offer a competitive annual salary range of $120k - $140k.

Responsibilities include system administration, preparing technical plans, and maintaining existing systems. Must possess a Secret Security clearance and apply strong problem-solving skills within a DoD setting. Join a respected team where your work is valued in an award-winning work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity related work experience.
• Secret Security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provides system administration of Network, Web, and/or communication systems.
• Prepares technical implementation plans for integrated solutions.
• Performs daily activities of configuration and operation of business systems.
• Supports and maintains existing AF systems for mission-critical applications.
• Plans, designs, develops, and deploys new systems as directed.

Skills

Microsoft Windows System Administration

Linux System Administration

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking Systems Administrators - Journeyman, to support upcoming mission‑critical efforts. These positions are being recruited in anticipation of program growth.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world‑class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career‑driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state‑of‑the‑art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities may include:

• Provides system administration of Network, Web, and/or communication systems, including Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) systems, involving network security.
• Prepares technical implementation plans that provide integrated solutions including actions, milestones, timelines, and critical paths required for complete solutions.
• Performs the daily activities of configuration and operation of business systems which may be mainframe, mini, client/server, or cloud based. Optimizes system operation and resource utilization and performs system capacity analysis and planning. Provides assistance to users in accessing and using business systems.
• Duties also include the support and maintenance of existing AF systems for mission critical applications across a variety of software and hardware platforms in use by the different groups.
• Requirements also include planning, design, development, and deployment of new systems as directed by leadership within the available AF toolset.
• Must provide information and procedures to users within the directorate to ensure consistent access and secure operations. Supports access control for SharePoint groups as needed and support group administrators to maintain their SharePoint data effectively and securely.
• Selected candidate will also perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen
• 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration
• 5+ years of cybersecurity related work experience
• Secret Security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree or related years of experience within DoD setting

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

The expected annual salary range: $120k - $140k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, work location and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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