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Advanced Systems Administration Specialist - DoD Secret

Location: Manassas
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title : Advanced Systems Administration Specialist - DOD Secret Location: Manassas, VA Wage Range: 60-63 Job Number: 25-03015 Job Description: Our client, a large defense contractor, has an immediate opening for an Advanced Systems Administration Specialist to work from their Manassas, VA facility. As an Advanced Systems Administration Specialist, you'll serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues by conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies. Your duties may include installing new software, troubleshooting issues, working with Active Directory for account administration, Group Policy, DNS, WSUS and training users. You'll also be responsible for the day-to-day support of server services by performing server administration for physical and virtual server operating systems and building, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting of physical and virtual hardware and network related interfaces on servers. You will also be responsible for all ConMon and compliance activities for servers & workstations. You'll perform OS and vendor software patching on servers and monitor physical and virtual servers' performance using monitoring tools. You will be expected apply STIG's, run SCAP and/or Nessus scans.Knowledge of the following will be required: LINUX, Active Directory, SCAP, and STIG compliance Knowledge of the following will be extremely beneficial: Windows Server 2016/ 2019, Windows 10/11, DNS, Group Policy, WSUS, Exchange, SharePoint, Nessus, Splunk and various software products such as Adobe, Skype, etc. ?Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. What you'll experience: Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered What you bring to the table: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience Strong Linux background Solid understanding of server based operating systems Enhanced troubleshooting skills within the server OS as well as both networking and storage technologies Working knowledge to create and run scripts to automate repetitive processes What sets you apart: Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success Commitment to ongoing professional development Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities * While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

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