Lab Manager/Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Our Arlington VA based client is looking for Lab Manager/Systems Administrator . If you are qualified for this position, please email your updated resume in word format to Responsibilities: • Employing security concepts, theories, insights, tools and methodologies to mitigate system weaknesses and vulnerabilities • Appling advanced analytical skills and technical resources at the tactical levels and implementing infrastructure solutions supporting command decision making and execution of mission requirements • Providing support as needed to lab staff in the tasks of provisioning and issuing equipment to end users, as well as maintaining inventory database.
• Providing support for systems administration tasks such as patching, updating, and maintaining network infrastructure
• Supporting the implementation of new technologies and equipment in the lab environment
• Provision and provide support for Virtual Private Network (VPN) or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (e.g., Citrix) to users • Performing large scale configuration management and deployment across MacOS, Linux/Unix, and other operating systems and virtual environments • Performing implementation of granular access control
• Maintaining Fly Away Kits (FAKs) sanitization, inventory, repairs, and maintenance
• Monitoring systems for acceptable performance and user accessibility, establish back-ups, and monitor systems security • Creating monitoring reports and logs - Providing insight and expertise to a Federal Lab Manager as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in regards to network architecture, hardware and software implementation, and development and implementation of new technologies in the lab environment • Advising and providing insight on development of lab standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies Determining appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyzed anomalous network activity • Assessing network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations • Assisting with conducting peer reviews and provides quality assurance reviews for junior personnel Assisting with overseeing technical analysis by mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis and reporting in support of engagements Required Skills: • U.S. Citizenship
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance; TS/SCI clearance is preferred • Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• 5+ years of directly relevant experience in lab management or system administration
• Experience with multiple operating systems, to include Linux/Unix & MacOS • Experience with Virtual Private Networks (VPN) • Experience with virtual desktops (Citrix, VMWare) Proficiency and proven capability in the following areas:
• Computer Network Defense (CND) policies, procedures, and regulations • Defense-in-depth principles and network security architecture • Database management and implementation • Asset management practices and principles • Hardware and software provisioning practices • Boundary protection and enclaving • Authentication and access management technologies
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations Desired Skills: Experience with writing technical procedures and standard operating procedures
Virtualization automation and optimization Leadership experience with small teams Required Education: BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree, or 7+ years of lab management and a HS Diploma. Desired Certifications: - DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II

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