Systems Administration Manager

Joint Activities

$146K — $234K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12 years of relevant experience, possibly including supervisory roles.
  • Active CompTIA Security+ certification required.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance is mandatory.
  • Proven track record in leading and mentoring teams.
  • Expertise in building and deploying physical and virtual servers.
  • Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy Objects, and user management.
  • Familiarity with cloud services (Azure/AWS), CI/CD automation, and various security tools.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain operations of multi-user computer systems in collaboration with network engineers.
  • Monitor and manage system resources for optimal efficiency.
  • Perform systems security administration and create user accounts.
  • Set up administrator accounts and maintain system documentation.
  • Evaluate user needs and provide hardware and software recommendations.
  • Develop policies for computing resource allocation standards.
  • Coordinate installation and backup recovery processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Access to advanced technology and tools.
  • Collaborative work environment with knowledgeable team members.
  • Potential for career advancement within a stable organization.
  • Engagement in innovative projects and initiatives.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers. Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency. Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts. Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space. Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery. Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

  • Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing team members.
  • Experience building and deploying physical and virtual servers.
  • Active Directory Domain and Forest Design, Implementation, and Management.
  • Strong familiarity with Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
  • User and group management.
  • PowerShell Scripting and Windows domain services.
  • DoD security hardening (STIG/SCAP).
  • DNS configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with Network Security Principles (Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention).
  • A strong understanding of VMWare with the ability to install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot.
  • A strong understanding of Omnissa Horizon with the ability to configure, deploy and troubleshoot.
  • Familiarity with Storage Area Networks (SANs), Network Attached Storage (NAS), RAID configurations and file system management.
  • Familiarity with backup technologies.
  • Familiarity with ACAS, Splunk, and SolarWinds.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience: 12 years of experience, may have supervisory or management experience.
  • Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance.

 

Desired Certifications:

  • CASP+
  • CCNP Security
  • CCSP
  • FITSP-O
  • GFACT

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • CI/CD automation (Ansible/Teraform).
  • Cloud services (Azure/AWS)
    • Disaster recovery planning and execution
    • Gitlab
    • Trellix
Target Salary Range$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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