Systems Administrator

INflow Federal

$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in UNIX and Windows
  • Experience with issue reporting and tracking systems like Security+
  • Minimum of 3 years in systems administration
  • Technical training or degree in a related field
  • TS/SCI Clearance required with eligibility for CI Poly

Responsibilities

  • Manage desktop and server systems across networks
  • Implement and maintain IT systems for smooth operations
  • Provide Tier 2 and 3 technical support
  • Install software and troubleshoot hardware/software issues
  • Troubleshoot and configure network components
  • Perform software upgrades and maintain system standards
  • Manage data integrity and security for multiple databases
  • Coordinate routine and emergency maintenance of data centers
  • Collaborate on backup and recovery plans
  • Ensure system security compliance using STIG guidelines
  • Maintain standard operating procedures for system availability

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment
  • Opportunity for local and occasional CONUS/OCONUS travel
  • On-call support and after-hours troubleshooting
  • Challenging role with various responsibilities
  • Potential for professional development and certifications support
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

INflow Federal is seeking a motivated Systems Administrator to ensure the seamless operation, maintenance, and configuration of our organization's computer systems. This role involves close collaboration with both on-site and remote users, offering a dynamic work environment. You will be integral in coordinating site visits, performing upgrades, resolving issues, and providing TIER 2/3 support for Unix/Windows workstations, servers, and other critical IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

  • System Administration: Manage desktop and server systems across local and wide area networks, including account monitoring, security, OS installations, and related tasks.
  • IT System Support: Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution.
  • Technical Support: Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution, including escalation and status communication to management and customers.
  • Software Management: Install and load operating systems and application software, isolate and resolve hardware/software issues, and enhance system performance.
  • Network Management: Troubleshoot, maintain, and configure network components, ensuring improved reliability and performance.
  • Software Upgrades: Perform software installations and upgrades to Unix/Windows operating systems, maintain them per policies, and resolve software-related issues.
  • Database Management: Manage multiple linked databases, ensuring security, data integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data imports/exports.
  • Maintenance Coordination: Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of data center equipment and coordinate preventive maintenance with customers.
  • Backup and Recovery: Collaborate on the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans.
  • Security Compliance: Ensure system security per STIG guidelines using tools like Retina and HBSS.
  • Standard Operating Procedures: Maintain operational, configuration, and other SOPs to verify system availability using existing Enterprise tools.


Required Skills:

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration. Experience with trouble reporting and tracking systems like Security+.
  • Availability: Ability to respond to after-hour calls and provide on-call support. Willingness to travel up to 20% to local and other sites.
  • Local Travel: Position requires 30-75% travel within the Washington Metropolitan area. On occasion can include travel to other CONUS and OCONUS locations.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/move/carry equipment up to 40 pounds.


Experience Requirements:

  • Education/Certifications: Technical training, certification(s), or degree in a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3+ years in systems administration or a related role.
  • Certifications: Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent (must be obtained within 90 days of hire).


Clearance Requirements:

  • TS/SCI Clearance required with eligibility to obtain CI Poly.


Other Notes
  • Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver's license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
  • If accommodation is needed with your application or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at [redacted].
  • Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.


Citizenship Requirements

* Please note that INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Pursuant to our government contracts, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.

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