Administer and manage Windows and Linux systems, perform troubleshooting, maintain security configurations, and provide support for classified programs.
Job Description:
HRL is seeking an experienced Windows Systems Administrator to join the Special Programs IT team in Malibu, CA. The successful candidate will collaborate with other systems administrators located in Malibu and at various locations throughout the United States. A willingness to continue learning new technologies is a must. An active Top Secret/SCI clearance and experience in classified programs is required.
Essential Duties:
Work with multi-disciplined team members under general supervision
Provide a friendly and professional point of contact for customers
Perform independent troubleshooting of complex incidents
Perform a multi-disciplined range of technical system and application activities
Install, configure, and maintain multiplatform systems hardware, software, and components
Administer and manage Windows and Linux systems in the operations, engineering, analysis, and test environments
Administer installation of software, hardware, file system management, backups, process control, user administration, and device management
Resolve a wide variety of complex system failures, troubleshooting software, hardware, and network problems
Perform system and user account maintenance
Test and assess security configuration of Windows servers
Monitor, evaluate, and optimize system performance
Analyze, test, and implement security patches and hardening
Document maintenance & ticketing actions
Develop and promote standard operating procedures and conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
If required, assist in IT security incident response and documentation
Required Skills:
Experience in Windows systems administration
Understanding of multiplatform system hardening (e.g., DISA STIG, SCAP)
Strong understanding of VMware vSphere virtual environments
Experience with scripting for task automation (e.g., PowerShell, Batch, BASH)
Proficient knowledge of cyber security technology and trends (e.g., Tenable, McAfee, Splunk)
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing)
Experience with system monitoring & alerting tools (e.g., Nagios)
Experience working within an accredited system
Ability to work independently
A current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required
Minimum 7 year of experience in a related role is preferred
Experience in multiplatform systems administration (Windows and Linux) is desired
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 configuration, management, and troubleshooting is preferred
Understanding of Group Policy management is preferred
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (8, 9) is preferred
Some experience with SAN management (e.g., NetApp, Dell Unity, HPE GreenLake) is preferred
Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (i.e., Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops) is preferred
Exchange Server 2019 configuration, management, and troubleshooting is preferred
Experience with systems management and automation software e.g., (Endpoint Configuration Manager, Satellite, Ansible, Systems Center Orchestrator) is preferred
Experience in multiplatform environments (Windows and Linux) is preferred
Experience with High Performance Computing is preferred
Required Education:
High School diploma/GED with 7+ years of experience in a System Administration role or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Special Requirements:
This position is 100% on-site. Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, and in some cases, with little to no advance notice. This job will also require up to 10% travel.
This position requires that the applicant selected be a U.S. citizen and possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance. The applicant must also successfully complete a polygraph.
This position requires that the applicant obtain a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire.
As part of your role/function on the program, you will be granted privileged user access, which is subject to greater scrutiny as a direct result of the significant responsibilities. Please be aware that because of these critical duties, you will be subject to additional IT system monitoring and supervisory evaluation to ensure continuous adherence to Privileged User processes and procedures. Privileged Users are subject to a zero-tolerance policy for security violations.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $109,695 - $137,145 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Top Skills
Ansible
Bash
Batch
Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops
Endpoint Configuration Manager
Exchange Server
Linux
Mcafee
Nagios
Powershell
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Splunk
Tenable
Vmware Vsphere
Windows
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