Systems Administrator-Information Assurance

Modern Technology Solutions • Full-time • Dayton, OH, US • 2w ago

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator / Information Assurance professional to support our customer at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) in Dayton, OH. This role is responsible for designing, maintaining, and monitoring networks, implementing and managing systems, applications, security protocols, and network configurations. The System Administrator resolves network performance issues, applies upgrades, patches, and installs new applications and equipment while delivering technical support and guidance to users. The candidate will also perform information assurance duties to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and install applications software and hardware for multiple classified networked systems
Administer and maintain assigned multiple systems
Develop, review, and modify changes to schedule of operations for successful day- to-day operations
Optimize the functionality and performance of hardware and software systems and ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers
Identify system problems that are of an unusual or complex nature and develop corrective actions
Design data products, processes, or programs that enhance functional area management and provide for increased organization optimization of IT processes
Implement formal Information Systems Security Plan while also enforcing Information System Security policies
Oversee the installation and configuration of applications software and the establishment of user environments
Troubleshoot and analyze unusual or complex hardware and software malfunctions to resolve physical and logical processing problems and recommend acquisition of equipment, software and/or hardware which will resolve operational problems
Continually survey system operation to identify and anticipate potential problems which could lead to loss or serious interruption or compromise of system availability
Identify corrective or preventive procedures and take actions to rectify immediate problems and prevent future occurrences
Develop proposals to enhance operational use of systems hardware and software and keep abreast of technological advances to ensure continuous optimum service
Apply innovative techniques and seasoned judgment to assist management in identifying areas where IT systems can reduce or eliminate labor- and time- intensive manual processes
Analyze and diagnose system failures to isolate sources of problems. Performs testing, troubleshoots, and corrects complex or unusual problems involving interface and interoperability of system components such as hardware, systems software, and applications programs
Manage installation of system patches and enhancements/updates and ensure system integrity is not compromised
Develop standard procedures for account establishment, system maintenance, and system recovery
Ensure maintenance and upgrade procedures are established in such a war as to minimize disruption to normal business functions of organization within the installation. This includes ensuring scheduled backups of servers and the application of upgrades or system patches will have minimum impact

Qualifications

Experience:

Possess minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience
Have no less than three (3) years’ experience in a Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment within the last five (5) years
Minimum of 5 years of experience in system administration or related roles
Hands-on expertise in designing and managing IT systems in operational environments
Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity and information assurance requirements
Technical Expertise:
Proficiency with Windows, Linux, and/or VMware administration.
Knowledge of network security principles and tools.
Experience with DISA STIG implementation, RMF compliance processes, and vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, Splunk, HBSS).

Education

A Master of Arts/Master of Science/Master of Engineering MA/MS/ME degree
Years of experience may be considered in lieu of a masters degree

Security Clearance

Active Top-Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Certifications and Technical Expertise/Experience:
DoD 8570 IAM Level II or III certification (e.g., CISSP, CAP, CISM).
Certifications such as Security+, CompTIA Security+ or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, FTP, SSH, IP CONFIG)
Experience in Technical Support, Cloud Computing, Information Security, and Compliance
Installing, configuring, and managing network switches and routers (versed in OSPF, MPLS, SDN, routing/switching on Juniper and Cisco hardware platforms)

Desired Qualifications

In-depth experience supporting government environments, especially within the DoD.
Advanced scripting skills for task automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Experience working in a DoD program or product acquisition office or environment

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