System Administrator/PM with Security Clearance
Hexagon US Federal
2024-11-05 10:35:37
Fairfax, Virginia, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: I.T. & Communications
Job description
Company Overview
At Hexagon US Federal we provide cutting-edge technologies and a wide range of professional services to enable our customers to make smarter and faster operational decisions and improve mission effectiveness.
Hexagon US Federal is an independent subsidiary of Hexagon Corporation exclusively focused on bringing the broad range of Hexagon technologies to the US Federal government and its partners. Hexagon US Federal is looking for a Full Scope System Administrator and Program Manager to play a crucial role in managing and maintaining an organization's computer systems and networks. The System administrator will be supporting the customer on-site in the Nation al Capital Region. This role will also serve as a Project Manager of the team and must have good interpersonal skills and ability to meet deadlines, brief customer and manage teams. Responsibilities: Network and Server Management: Monitor, configure, and maintain the organization's network infrastructure, including servers, routers, switches, and firewalls.
Software and Hardware Maintenance: Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot software applications, operating systems, and hardware components.
Security Management: Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, antivirus solutions, and conduct regular security audits to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
User Support: Provide technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues, and ensuring optimal system performance.
Backup and Recovery: Set up and manage data backup and recovery processes to prevent data loss and ensure business continuity.
Patch Management: Keep systems up-to-date with the latest patches and updates to mitigate security risks.
Virtualization: Manage virtualized environments, such as VMware or Hyper-V, to optimize resource utilization.
Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Continuously monitor system performance, identify and resolve issues, and ensure high availability.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive system documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and user guides.
Capacity Planning: Evaluate system performance and plan for scalability to accommodate future growth.
Project Management: Must have good interpersonal skills, good oral and written skills, comfortable to brief the customer, mange teams of individuals, and meet deadlines. Ideal candidate will have previous experience with project/program management, familiar with financial reporting. Qualifications: 8-10 years' experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work Certification in relevant technologies, such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA).
Proficiency in operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), network protocols, and server hardware.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) may be a plus.
Excellent communication skills for interacting with end-users and team members.
Must be a US citizen with a TS/SCI Required Level of Security Clearance: TS/SCI Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. What we will provide in return: • Competitive health care plans with savings accounts
• Dental and vision plans
• 401k with 100% company match up to 6%, with immediate vesting on company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Learning Management System with robust offerings
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Time Off
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Thrive Wellness Program
• DE&I Committee with regular educational sessions and communications
• Leadership Development Program with multiple learning options At Hexagon US Federal, we believe that diversity of experience and thought makes us stronger. With both customers and employees around the world, we are committed to ensuring our team reflects the unique communities around us. We are pleased to offer a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program: this employee-led program offers monthly speakers, newsletters, training, outreach and more as well as VALOR (Veterans and Allies: Leadership, Outreach, Resources): our veterans' employee resource group. We encourage applicants across any race, ethnicity, gender/gender expression, age, ability and more. If you need accommodations to make our process more accessible to you, please email us at . We can't wait to meet you! Hexagon US Federal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.