System AdministratorCandidate must have an active TS/SCI w/ PolyKey Tasks:
- User Systems Administration in a Windows and Linux environment including account creation/deletion and password maintenance
- Setup, maintain, secure, and configure servers in a Windows and Linux environment
- System maintenance (auditing logs, patching/upgrading software, backup/restore, and password/certificate rotations)
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as general computer tasks, application loads, disk utilization, system loading and system monitoring
- Perform Tier 2 software application maintenance and backups on assigned systems running a variety of operating systems to include Linux and Windows
- Detect, isolate, document, quickly report, and resolve system outages or problems encountered during operations of the operational system baseline, which includes collecting diagnostic data, restoring the system operation, developing workarounds, and other activities necessary for recovery of a system
- Document problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools
- Participate in the verification attribute and methodology development, creating key test artifacts essential for comprehensive program testing
- Perform specific test procedure development, including automated tests, as part of the artifacts required to complete prior to formal testing
- Perform specific test procedure execution per the defined procedures, coordinating across all test participants and witnesses, documenting all execution details
- Provide formal and informal verification event support including chart development, evidence and report capture, and test activity management.
Required Skills:
- Must currently possess 8570 IAT-II certifications (or higher) - baseline (ex. Security+) and CE (ex. Linux+)
- Linux Administration (RHEL 7/8 or higher)
Desired Skills:
- Work with the following software development lifecycle concepts: Agile, DevSecOps, Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Deployment (CD) making use of Jenkins, test automation, and other tools.
- Interface with and help build full stack web applications using Python, Django, and cloud technologies (AWS with CloudFormation).
- GitLab Administration
Required Education / Certifications:
- Associate Engineer (CT7): Entry-level to experienced, but still a learner typically with an advanced degree and 0 years experience or bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
- Engineer 1 (CT8): Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent
- Senior Engineer (CT9): Emerging authority typically with an advanced degree and 7+ years experience or bachelors with 9+ years experience or equivalent; applies extensive expertise
- Principal Engineer (CT10): Expert, authority in discipline typically with an advanced degree and 12+ years experience or bachelors with 14+ years experience or equivalent
- Engineer Consultant (CT11): Senior consultant to top management typically with an advanced degree and 18+ years experience or bachelors with 20+ years experience or equivalent
The proposed salary range for this position in Colorado is 100,000 - 214,000. The final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, paid disability, and life insurance programs, employee assistance programs, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.
Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.
Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.
Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.
Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.
Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems.
