IT Sr. Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Westway is the industry leader as a transformational security company providing first of its kind security services to the U.S. Intelligence Community, Department of Defense contractors and commercial companies to protect and defend sensitive information. Westway's unique solution provides secure communications and a full range of information technology and security services that enable clients to focus on their mission. Westway advances the national security mission by providing a cost-effective solution that enables the efficient provision of technology and expertise to the intelligence community by both large and small enterprises. A proven specialist in designing and constructing secure facilities, Westway has completed multiple fully accredited secure facility projects throughout the U.S. Benefits:
Competitive benefits package for full-time employees which includes paid holidays, paid time off, family medical, dental, and vision coverage with premiums paid 100% by the company. This includes company-paid short and long-term disability and life and ADD insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. Pet benefits offered. Job Description: The Systems Administrator will provide IT systems administration of a Windows-based computer information system. The ideal candidate must have a good understanding or knowledge of Windows Server internals including DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods. Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of a moderate to high scope and complexity including the integration of hardware and operating systems (OS). The candidate must have a good understanding of basic Networking and AD concepts in a technological environment. Installation and configuring of software applications requested by end-users daily. You will get to work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security compliance requirements. Key Requirements and Qualifications:
• Operate and maintain all Production, Pre-Production, and Development systems in a Windows-based environment.
• Implement and monitor the Enterprise Windows Servers testing and installation of patches, updates, additional tools, and future versions of all software on a regular basis.
• Perform Systems lifecycle management including planning, implementation, maintenance, upgrades, consolidation, and decommissioning of enterprise hardware and software.
• Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure system compatibility with defined architecture and meet customer needs.
• Develop technical process documentation, including CONOPS, user guides, and test plans. Skills and Knowledge Required:
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with a team are critical.
• Develop and maintain Technical Documentation and instructions.
• Experience with AD, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, WSUS, Exchange, VMWare, switches, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with Windows 2016/2019, PowerShell, NAS, SAN, vSphere, and ESX.
• High attention to discretion, detail, and accuracy, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledgeable and experience in application of STIGs to secure Windows services and applications.
• Must have ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers and across organizational elements.
• US Citizenship required to meet government compliance requirements.
• MUST have and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance and possess or willing to take a Counterintelligence (CI) or Full-scope polygraph.
• Must be able to regularly life and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, stoop and crawl consistently.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or STEM with 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CCNA
• MCSE/MCSA
• Security+
• CompTIA Server+ or A+ Preferred Qualifications:
• NRO experience

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