Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Company Overview American Communications Solutions and By Light Professional IT Services, together as Full Spectrum Operations (FSO) are hiring dedicated and talented IT professionals under the Eastern Western Operational Communications Services (EWOCS) contract. EWOCS provides reliable high-quality communications and innovative IT solutions for the Guardians, Airmen, and Government agencies assigned to Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Vandenberg Air Force Base. Be a part of the team that delivers excellence in national missile defense, human space flight, space launch, and combat rescue! Responsibilities Designs and implements Windows and Linux server and workstation technologies in response to changing customer needs
Implements enterprise-level services, with an emphasis on data base operations & data handling across Windows/Linux/VMWare systems, including but not limited to:
Domain Services
SYSLOG
DHCP
AAA Services
WEF
SNMP
NTP
Automated Patching
SIEM Services
802.1x & 802.1x MAB
Inter-relation of DNS services across disparate authoritative zones
VMWare ESXi, vCenter, Horizon services - provisioning, system redundancy, performance, etc.
Automates system data processing according to overarching data management policies (e.g. archival/removal via triggered and/or scheduled event)
Periodically generates scripts (bash/sh/CMD/Python/PowerShell/etc.) in support of specific use cases
Identifies and resolves system faults including but not limited to:
Domain controller replication faults
SQL database access faults, indexing faults, etc.
WSUS processing faults
NPS VSA-to-Device faults
NPS AAA lookup faults / policy mapping faults / template faults
init.d/systemd processing faults
Hardens systems as appropriate, balancing customer Availability/Integrity/Confidentiality needs.
Resolves IAVA/STIG findings as appropriate, providing proper documentation and/or justification to A&A personnel
Conducts site surveys to determine feasibility of equipment installations (e.g. telecommunications, electrical, temperature/humidity, cleanliness, space/weight, maintainability, logistical support)
Monitors overall system health and advises on need for potential upgrades or reconfigurations
Provides on-site technical and operational support in the installation and operation of any/all telecommunications equipment
Periodically reviews SIEM alerts as they relate to overall system status
Performs troubleshooting of end user problems and responds to user requests.
Mentors other IT personnel as needed Required Experience/Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Must meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements
Security+ certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment
Proven shell-scripting experience
Expert understanding of Windows and/or Linux server technologies
Competency with virtualization technologies
Expert understanding of networking protocols Special Requirements/Security Clearance Active DoD Secret Clearance required
SALARY RANGE: Salary Minimum: $ 120,000
Salary Mid: $135,000
Salary Maximum: $150,000 The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level and market conditions when extending an offer. In addition, By Light also provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees.

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