Systems Security Administrator

Insight Global; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading defense contracting firm is seeking a System Administrator to support Cyber and Compliance Teams. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience with Windows and Linux servers, as well as a solid understanding of security standards like NIST. This contract position offers competitive pay and benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as a System Administrator.
• Knowledge of NIST, DFARS, and RMF security controls.
• Experience in DOD spaces.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company security standards and DFARS requirements.
• Develop troubleshooting techniques for technical issues.
• Support cybersecurity compliance assessments.

Skills

Windows systems administration

Linux systems administration

Active Directory Management

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

LDAP

VMware

Security controls implementation

Troubleshooting system performance

Tools

Microsoft WSUS

SCCM

Exchange

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

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Base pay range

$55.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years System Administrator with both Windows and Linux servers
• Experience implementing security controls within a DOD space (ex. NIST, DFARS, and RMF)
• Active Directory Management experience: managing and troubleshooting GPO's, DNS, TCP/IP, and DHCP
• Experience tuning and troubleshooting system performance
• Must be solid with LDAP, DNS and networking
• Experience with VMware/VDI/esx
• Previous experience working in the defense space
• Experience supporting engineers in software, simulations, and hardware development
• Experience with Microsoft WSUS, SCCM, and/or Exchange

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Terraform or CloudFormation
• Networking concepts (TCP, firewalls, traffic flows)
• CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification and an Operating System Certification

Job Description

One of the world's largest DoD and Intel contracting companies is seeking a System Administrator to support the Cyber and Compliance Teams to maintain company security standards and DFARS requirements which includes assessments, implementation steps, and ensuring the integrity of the security authorization package.

• This person will utilize their knowledge and skills regarding System & Service integration to authentication protocols, patch management, network segregation, and vulnerability management. He or she will work in a collaborative, multi cross functional team environment. The system administrator will develop troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical and environmental issues within Engineering and Factory spaces.

• We are specifically looking for a technical resource with a background in security controls and compliance to help complete a proactive security assessment of systems. These individuals will be reaching out to active sites with Linux and Windows servers to ensure compliance an security standards are up to par.

• This individual should have an in depth understanding of NIST as well as implementing NIST, RMF and other security protocols. He or she should know how to implement and remediate password policies, administer patch management, and troubleshoot user access and privileged accounts.

There could be minimal travel once every few months to major sites.

Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401K retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Computer and Network Security

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