Overview
System Administrator Reston, VA

Active TS (SCI eligibility) clearance and eligibility to obtain a CI poly

Maintains an organization's computer systems workflows and is responsible for the upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of computer systems, As a Systems Administrator, you will 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 provide TIER 1/2/3 support of Linux/Windows workstations and servers, including Web servers, network attached storage devices, and stored data in support of business processing requirements.

Job Duties:

• Systems administration of desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks. Desktop system management responsibilities involving account monitoring, security, Operating System (OS) installation, and other local area system administration related functions.
• Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems and management of system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems
• Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Provide Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 problem identification, diagnosis and resolution
• Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers
• Install/load operating system and application software
• Isolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving the applications, the operating system, the hardware, the communications infrastructure, or any combination therefore
• Troubleshoot, maintain integrity and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance
• Perform software installations and upgrades to Linux/Windows operating systems and layered software packages and maintains them in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements; evaluation and installation of software/hardware patches and resolution of software related problems associated with COTS/GOTS products
• Create and follow procedures to maintain and manage multiple linked databases including security, data safety and integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data import/exports.
• Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center equipment
• Communicate/coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance windows with potentially impacted customers
• Collaborate and contribute to the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans
• Ensure systems are secure to STIG guidelines by utilizing tools such as Retina and HBSS
• Maintain operational, configuration, and other standard operatin
• Verify system availability with existing Enterprise tools

Clearance Required: Active TS clearance (with SCI Eligibility) and eligibility to obtain CI Poly

Certification Required:must obtain Security+ within 90 days of hire

Education/Experience:

• Requires Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience

Required Skills:

• Must be able to obtain System Administrator Accounts and access as required by customer within 90 days of hire
• RHEL, Windows, and/or Storage administration experience
• Experience withtrouble ticket reporting and tracking systems such as Service+
• Ability to respond to after hour calls "provide on-call support"
• Ability to travel 0-20% to local area sites as well as other locations with similar architecture/footprint
• Strong documentation skills, experience working with MS office products, especiallyExcel, Outlook, and Word
• Strong customer support and communication skills providing support to end users
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Must maintain a valid US passport

Physical Requirements:

• Lift/move/carry equipment as necessary (max 65 pounds)

What is ideal?

• Intelligence Community Experience preferred
• Experience in the imagery intelligence domain a plus
• Ability to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplineson Windows and Linux
• Knowledge of the Customer's processes and procedures and the Customer's production systems are a plus
• Ability to function as a team member and independently
• Prefer skills in one or more of the following: Windows desktop OS, Windows Server, Powershell, Red Hat, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain
• General knowledge of database administration, network administration and possess network configuration management skills

What you can expect from us

• Recognizing great achievements do not go unnoticed by bcore through service anniversaries, spot awards, and employee referral bonuses
• Youll join a growing organization of passionate, top-shelf, IT engineering professionals with extensive experience in actively developing the technology revolution in the Intelligence community
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Universal Leave, STD/LTD/Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance, Stipends, Referral Bonuses, and more!
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and compensation packages are based on education, experience, and other requirements.