Systems Administrator, Regionals (Mt. Weather) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. Be part of an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the nation's most critical intelligence organizations. Your work directly impacts national security and global issues, you will have the chance to contribute to missions that are of paramount importance to the United States and its allies, know that that the environments and programs you support are making a difference on a global scale. Our customers operate at the forefront of technology, dealing with some of the most advanced defense, geospatial, and intelligence systems in the world. Systems Administrator, Regionals (Mt. Weather) Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator with Blackspoke. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At Blackspoke, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, playing a meaningful part in improving how our intelligence customer operates. What you will be working on:
As the Systems Administrator, you will: Maintain the organization's computer systems' workflows and ensure the reliable operation of computer systems. Work closely with both on-site and remote users to coordinate site visits and upgrades. Provide on-site and remote resolution support for trouble calls and Tier 2/3 support of Unix/Windows workstations and servers. Manage systems connected to local and wide area networks, including account monitoring, security, operating system installation, and other system administration related functions. Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems, ensuring day-to-day operations and problem resolution for client/server/storage/network devices. Conduct software installations and upgrades, evaluate and install software/hardware patches, and resolve software-related problems. Maintain and manage multiple linked databases, including security, data safety and integrity, and disaster recovery. Ensure systems are secure according to STIG guidelines using tools such as Retina and HBSS. Verify system availability with existing enterprise tools. What you will bring to us (Must): Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience. Must have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire. TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly. Experience with UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration. Ability to respond to after-hours calls and provide on-call support. Ability to travel 25-50% to local area sites and other locations with similar architecture/footprint. Desired Skills: Experience in the imagery intelligence domain. Ability to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplines on Windows, Linux, and Solaris. General knowledge of database administration, network administration, and network configuration management skills. What you will get: The opportunity to work on critical projects that significantly impact national security. A high-growth environment with numerous opportunities for career advancement. A collaborative team environment that values innovation and efficiency. A competitive benefits package that underscores our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Location: Bluemont, VA
US Citizenship Required Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans or veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance applying outside of the online application, please contact for more information. This Organization Participates in E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS. Department of Homeland Security: and E-Verify.gov

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