Systems Administrator (SME)

Nava; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled System Administrator to support critical federal programs. This role involves diagnosing complex system issues, designing robust architectures, and ensuring optimal performance and security of systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux and Windows environments, as well as cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and offers a supportive work culture, where your contributions will directly impact the success of vital missions. If you are ready to tackle complex challenges and grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance

100% company paid dental insurance

100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance

100% company paid vision insurance

401k plan with generous match

Competitive Pay

Generous paid leave and holiday package

Tuition and training reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in system administration and network management.
• Expertise in Linux, Windows Server, AWS, and Azure platforms.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues with creative solutions.
• Contributing to system architecture design and implementation.
• Implementing security measures and managing user access controls.

Skills

Enterprise network administration tools

Linux operating systems

Windows Server environments

AWS cloud platform

Azure cloud platform

Network infrastructure

Agile methodologies (Scrum, XP, Kanban, SAFe)

Education

PhD or Master's degree

15 years relevant experience

Tools

Active Directory

Security measures

Job description

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking an experienced System Administrator (SME) with a strong understanding of systems infrastructures to support a high priority work program. The successful candidate will have experience developing and maintaining systems, networks, and infrastructure within federal government environments and following Agile processes using the SAFe framework.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues that may require in-depth analysis and creative solutions.
2. Contributing to the design and implementation of new system architectures, including server configurations, network topology, and data storage solutions.
3. Monitoring system performance metrics and identifying bottlenecks to optimize system efficiency and uptime.
4. Implementing robust security measures, managing user access controls, and staying updated on emerging cyber threats.
5. Forecasting future system needs and planning for hardware upgrades or infrastructure scaling to accommodate growth.
6. Providing technical guidance and training to other system administrators on best practices and new technologies.

This position is mostly remote, but may potentially require occasional trips to our customer location in Clarksburg, WV. Candidates must be able to travel to Clarksburg if needed. AnaVation will not compensate or reimburse for any needed travel. Remote status is expected to continue, but is subject to change according to the direction of the customer.

This position requires an active Top Secret clearance to be considered as a candidate. If requested by the customer, the selected candidate must also have the ability to successfully pass a polygraph and obtain SCI accesses.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: PhD or Master's degree. In lieu of degree, minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant experience required.
• Experience: 9 years
• Required:
• Five years of experience with enterprise network administration tools.
• Possess extensive understanding of specific operating systems, hardware, network protocols, security measures, and cloud technologies relevant to their organization.
• Expert knowledge of Linux operating systems, including system configuration, shell scripting, and package management.
• Advanced expertise in managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and related technologies.
• Deep understanding of AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including cloud security and resource management.
• Expertise in network infrastructure, routing protocols, firewalls, and network security.
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, and SAFe.

This position requires an active Top Secret clearance to be considered as a candidate. If requested by the customer, the selected candidate must also have the ability to successfully pass a polygraph and obtain SCI accesses.

Benefits

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive Pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!