Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph required
7+ years of Windows administration experience
7+ years in information security management with expertise in governance and compliance
5+ years managing Windows Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Experience with Microsoft SCCM and Exchange administration
Proficient in Windows Command Line, PowerShell, and scripting
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Responsibilities
Maintain multiple virtual server clusters and address system vulnerabilities
Utilize enterprise monitoring tools to respond to alerts
Provide technical support and collaborate with partner workgroups
Manage Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) and security scanning
Initiate IAVA responses and execute security updates
Identify and resolve hardware and software issues
Communicate proactively with customers regarding system outages and delays
Document processes clearly and accurately
Plan and implement IT enhancements and support project work
Respond to system administration issues on an on-call basis
Benefits
11 paid holidays
Minimum of 3 weeks PTO
Company-sponsored group medical plan
Company-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Seeking a senior Windows System Administrator to join a high-performing Agile team operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) in support of a complex, fast-paced program
The selected candidate will provide daily systems administration and operations and maintenance support across multiple systems with a broad geographic footprint
Key responsibilities include responding to system engineering requests that support operational requirements, as well as engineering, deploying, and sustaining new capabilities within the environment
Primary Responsibilities
Maintaining multiple virtual server clusters and addressing system scan findings, vulnerability management patching, and Active Directory configuration issues
Using enterprise monitoring tools to detect, assess, and respond to alerts
Providing technical support to partner workgroups on overlapping efforts while maintaining strong interdepartmental collaboration
Managing Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) and system security scanning in accordance with applicable System Security Plans, ensuring vulnerabilities are identified and remediated quickly and accurately
Initiating IAVA responses and system security scans, completing remediation actions, deploying patches and security updates to designated sites, and executing monthly security scans
Identifying and resolving hardware and software problems
Proactively notifying customers when test infrastructure delays may affect their ability to complete business functions on time and communicating system outages and publishing status updates to users, as needed
Authoring and maintaining clear, accurate, and concise documentation
Responding to calls and emails in a timely and professional manner
Planning and implementing IT enhancements and supporting project-related work
Responding to system administration, operations, and maintenance issues on an on-call basis when required
Required Qualifications
Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
Must have at least 7 years of Windows administration experience
Must have at least 7 years of experience in information security management, with demonstrated expertise in security governance, risk management, compliance, and operational security functions
Must have at least 5 years of experience with each of the following:
Implementing and managing Windows Active Directory and DNS environments
Creating and managing Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Microsoft SCCM
Microsoft Exchange administration and Exchange Management Shell
Must have experience with Windows Command Line, PowerShell, and PowerShell scripting
Strong understanding of advanced security protocols, standards, and information security principles is a must
Experience with software and security architectures
Hands-on experience with IAVA management
Hands-on experience supporting users, optimizing system operations, and monitoring enterprise IT systems
Commitment to best practices, including compliance with maintenance windows and change control procedures
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems, VMware, and networking technologies including switches, routers, LANs, and cabling
Must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field and 12 years of prior relevant experience
Experience documenting and supporting security accreditation and certification activities
Experience with network security technologies, including multi-domain solutions, PKI, SSPs, and vulnerability assessments
Experience with data center design and configuration, including rack-and-stack, power planning, and equipment placement
Experience with VMware
Experience using automation tools such as Ansible or SaltStack
Experience serving in a System Administrator role supporting software configuration management and development environments
Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.
