Sr Systems Administrator/IT Specialist

*MAG IS OFFERING UP TO A $10k SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES!*

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MAG Aerospace is seeing Senior System Administrator/IT Specialist will be responsible for day-to-day operational IT support along with general IT support for Project Manager Cyber and Space (PM C&S). Candidate will serve as the System Administrator for a closed restricted network and support other DoD guest systems at various classification. Tasks include performing installation, troubleshooting and other administrative tasks associated with ongoing maintenance and enhancement of information systems and services.

This is an opportunity to be involved in the newly formed PM Cyber & Space and be a part of the rapidly growing Cyber and Space Program Office responsible for key capabilities within the offensive cyber operations world.

 

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Duties include, but not limited to:

• Performs systems planning, management, analysis, integration, installation and training tasks that include all aspects of preparing and implementing a highly complex and integrated array of hardware, software (applications and operating systems), networks and procedures.
• Perform updating, upgrading, security hardening and maintenance tasks on a variety of servers including physical, virtual and cloud based.
• Perform Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) configurations on Windows, Linux, and Network based technologies.
• Scripting Infrastructure as Code using technologies such as Ansible.
• Work independently to produce and maintain system of the following server applications, service types and technologies:o Microsoft Windows Server 2019-2022
  o Microsoft Windows 11
  o Microsoft Exchange 2019
  o Microsoft SharePoint 2019 on-premises
  o Microsoft SharePoint Online within Microsoft 365
  o Microsoft Office 365
  o Microsoft Power BI
  o Microsoft Power Apps
  o Microsoft SQL
  o VMware ESXI
  o VMware VSphere
  o Ansible
  o Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
  o Deploying Repos in an offline environment
  o Video Teleconference Systems (VTCs)
  o Cisco supported IOS command line interface (CLI)
  o Microsoft Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
  o Microsoft Office suite
  o Manage email distribution lists and security groups
  o DoD CAC PKI token certificate concepts
  o Security hardening of Servers and client Operating Systems
  o Host Based Security System (HBSS) - Trellix EPO, Anti-virus and plugins
• o Deploying Windows images
  o Network technologies including DHCP and VLANs
  o STIG compliance of Server and client Operating Systems
  o NSA Type 1 encryption devices
  o Metro Ethernet WAN technologies (MPLS)
  o ACAS (Tenable Security Center & Nessus)
• Perform troubleshooting of server, network, desktop and software configurations
• Performs Help Desk actions – support existing staff in troubleshooting systems access, unlocking accounts, group policy, installation of updates and software, maintenance of computers, viewing vendor’s sites for updates, market research for IA equipment and supplies.
• Remotely assist all off-site locations and users on software issues and updates; ensure adequate network connectivity, backups of network servers, setup and monitor all secure VTC sessions.
• Attend mandatory annual training directed by government client.

Minimum Requirements

 

       Knowledge and Skills

• Hands on experience with the installation, configuration, troubleshooting and operations of technologies such as cloud services, local virtualization, routers, switches, and video teleconference systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of system security certification and accreditation policies, directives, regulations, and instructions for Government AIS networks.
• Knowledge of customer service, the ability to listen carefully and the ability to troubleshoot issues and find an escalation path.
• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and while speaking so others will understand.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to provide technical training to non-technical end users.
• Ability to learn, adapt and support new systems and applications.

 

Clearance

• Active TS with SCI eligibility security clearance.

Experience and Education

• Minimum of Five (5) years system administration / IT related experience.
• Bachelors Degree. Four (4) years of related experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Meets requirements for DoD 8140 -IT, 451-Intermediate System Administrator, which includes a Bachelors in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering or Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, SSCP or an approved DoD/Military training. (https://public.cyber.mil/wid/dod8140/)

Preferred Requirements

• Experience building out IT infrastructure and virtual environments via scripting.
• Cisco CCNA certification or four (4) years Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS, including configuration of routers, switches, VLANs, access control lists (ACLs) and encryption tunnels.
• Experience in configuration, documenting and security hardening of Microsoft Windows and Linux based systems; risk analysis; disaster recovery; system log analysis.
• Former military environment experience.
• Extensive background and experience in compliance with Army, DoD or other Government Information Systems and Information Assurance policies.

 

Other Qualifications

• Ability to travel 5% conus
• Ability work in an office/field/lab environment

 

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $0 to $170,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.