Systems Administrator, Level 4 with Security Clearance

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Job description

CLEARANCETS/SCI w/CI Poly WORK LOCATION Client Site. Reston, VA. REMOTE WORK Not Authorized TRAVEL None JOB DESCRIPTION As a Senior Systems Administrator (Level 4), you will be at the forefront of managing and evolving a portfolio of mission-critical applications and services that directly impact national security. In this pivotal position, you will orchestrate and sustain complex systems, ensuring their seamless operation and peak performance. Your responsibilities will include monitoring system resources like CPU and disk usage, and fine-tuning performance to keep operations running smoothly. You'll collaborate closely with network engineers, bringing your expertise to bear on optimizing system reliability and efficiency. Your role is central to maintaining robust system security. You will handle system security administration tasks such as creating and managing user profiles, applying critical patches, and performing STIG hardening to safeguard our infrastructure. With a focus on automation, you'll use your scripting skills to streamline processes and manage system operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will also be deeply involved in problem-solving, providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support to diagnose and resolve issues promptly. Your work will extend to setting up administrator accounts, maintaining detailed system documentation, and managing the installation of essential software. Your ability to evaluate and recommend cutting-edge hardware and software will help drive our technological advancements. In this role, you'll be more than just a systems administrator-you'll be a key player in a mission-driven team dedicated to national security. Your contributions will help modernize and enhance operational support, making a tangible impact on critical missions. If you are a passionate and self-motivated professional eager to drive innovation and performance, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dynamic team. Education
Bachelor's Degree
Certification(s) Security+ OR other active IAT II/III
Experience
Minimum 8 years relevant experience.
System Monitoring: Expertise in continuously monitoring system resources (CPU, disk usage, response times) to ensure optimal performance and proactively identify potential issues.
Security Administration: Proficiency in handling system security administration tasks, including managing user profiles, applying critical patches, and performing STIG hardening.
Troubleshooting: Strong capability in providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, with the skills to diagnose and resolve system issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Performance Tuning: Experience in adjusting system settings and configurations to maintain peak performance and address performance degradation effectively.
Backup and Recovery: Knowledge in executing routine backup procedures and verifying the integrity of backup files to safeguard against data loss.
System Updates and Patching: Ability to apply system patches and updates, including Linux OS upgrades and STIG hardening, to ensure ongoing security and functionality.
Documentation Maintenance: Skill in updating and maintaining critical system documentation, including SIPs, SAGs, SOPs, and Getting Started guides.
Resource Allocation: Competence in reviewing and adjusting the allocation of system resources and storage to meet operational needs and prevent bottlenecks.
User Access Management: Experience in setting up new administrator accounts, managing permissions, and ensuring user access aligns with roles and responsibilities.
Collaboration with Network Engineers: Capability to coordinate with network engineers to address integration issues and optimize network and system performance.
Disaster Recovery Testing: Proficiency in conducting disaster recovery drills and verifying the effectiveness of backup and recovery procedures.
Hardware and Software Evaluation: Ability to assess and recommend new hardware and software based on technological advancements and operational needs.
Policy Development and Review: Experience in developing and reviewing policies and standards related to computing resource allocation to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Scripting and Automation: Skill in developing and refining scripts for automating routine tasks and managing system operations efficiently.
Integration and Testing: Experience in participating in the integration and testing of new technologies and applications, including cloud services (EC2s, S3, Elasticache), ElasticSearch, Kafka, Openshift, Docker, Keycloak, and Wildfly.
Maintaining Multiple Environment Types: Ability to manage and maintain various environment types, including physical, virtual, and cloud.
Support for Security Audits: Experience in supporting and participating in security audits, including reviewing and applying fixes to resolve deficiencies identified in security scans.
Professional
Attributes & Values
We are looking for a professional who exemplifies the following core values: Integrity and Accountability: Demonstrates principled character, consistently upholding honesty and taking responsibility for their actions with the highest ethical standards.
Respect and Diversity: Treats others with dignity and fairness, valuing diverse perspectives to foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
Effective Communication: Delivers clear, accurate, and timely written and verbal communications, ensuring comprehensive understanding from the first conveyance.
Interpersonal Skills: Exhibits a courteous and approachable demeanor, fostering positive relationships and promoting teamwork.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively seeks opportunities for growth through self-assessment, professional development, and constructive feedback.SoundWay is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): SoundWay embraces diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, gender, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic/class. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity ensures a fair and inclusive workplace for all. Join our team and be part of an organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Apply now and let your skills shine in a welcoming and respectful environment. ABOUT SOUNDWAYContinued Service to Country through Contracting.
Check out SoundWay on YouTube BENEFITS SoundWay Pays 100% of the Employee's Premium for the below benefits and SoundWay pays a portion of the additional cost to add a spouse, partner, child(ren), or family.
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Basic Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Protection Additional Competitive Benefits Include:
10 Paid Holidays a Year
Paid Time Off (combined vacation & sick time off)
Matching 401K Voluntary Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Professional Development FundsPERKS Perks for Everyone Include:
Flexible Work Schedules1
Employee Referral Bonus - $2000 Minimum
Employee Recognition - Award$ & SWAG
Giving Back Sponsorship - Employee-Recommended Events, Charities, & RecipientsABOUT US Founded by a service-disabled Army veteran, SoundWay is committed to
Continued Service to Country Through Contracting
We achieve our commitment by being true to our Mission to Help our Clients Succeed, Our Employees Excel & to have a Positive Impact in All We Do.
SoundWay is an Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Mission Support small business providing professional services and solutions to the federal government (Government) and businesses since 2011. And is an SBA-certified HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB small business.
Our Government clients span several civil agencies, the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community (IC). Our business clients primarily include those with Government contracts who must comply with FAR2 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (cybersecurity requirements)
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
& NIST SP 800-171
SoundWay is a leader in the Government Cybersecurity Compliance industry, ranked as one of 2023's Top 250 Managed Security Services Providers (MSSP). SoundWay is a Cyber-AB Authorized C3PAO; one of fewer than 50 C3PAOs nationwide. And SoundWay's flagship managed service, CAMO, is a game-changing and affordable approach for obtaining and maintaining CMMC compliance and certification.
Information Technology Professional Services
SoundWay provides a variety of information technology engineering, development, testing, integration, and administration professional services spanning AWS and Azure Cloud - including migration, Docker, Kubernetes; systems and software - .Net, C languages, Java, Python, Java Scripting, BASH; and databases - Oracle, My SQL, Mongo. Mission Support Services
Providing a variety of services that directly support our clients objective and mission, including human capital / manpower analysis and planning, intelligence analysis / collection lifecycle support services, and knowledge management.

1 Flexible Work Schedules are dependent on the work to be conducted.
2 Federal Acquisition Regulation

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