Systems Administrator, Desktop Implementation 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 (Desktop Implementation) Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to ensure the smooth operation of computer systems. As a Systems Administrator at Blackspoke, you will maintain workflows and be responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, supporting both on-site and remote users. What you will be working on:
As the Systems Administrator, you will: Administer desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks, managing account monitoring, security, and OS installation. Support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems, including managing system infrastructure and related processes. Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution. Install and load operating system and application software. Troubleshoot, maintain integrity, and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance. Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center equipment. Collaborate and contribute to the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans. Ensure systems meet STIG guidelines using tools like Retina and HBSS. Maintain operational, configuration, and other SOPs. 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 obtain Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire. TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly. Experience in UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration. Experience working with trouble reporting and tracking systems such as Security+. Ability to respond to after-hours calls and provide on-call support. Ability to travel 0-20% to local area sites as well as other locations with similar architecture/footprint. Would be nice if you bring the following (Highly Desired): Experience in the imagery intelligence domain. Ability to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplines on Windows, Linux, and Solaris systems. General knowledge of database administration, network administration, and network configuration management skills. Skills in one or more of the following: Window Server, Red Hat, IRIX, Solaris, Sybase, Informix, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain. What you will get: Joining a team of technology experts and partners in the same mission. A high-growth environment with plenty of opportunities to grow your career as the company grows. Owner and Leadership team that come from technical backgrounds so they understand the day-to-day challenges of the technical consulting world and can offer real-life solutions and guidance. A highly competitive benefits package that shows we want to hire the very best. Location: Company Site
US Citizenship w/ Active Clearance 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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