Systems Administrator

Job#: 2037008

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Systems Administrator to design, install, operate, secure and maintain dedicated Program Information Technology Infrastructure. The environment consists of multiple sites and networks with servers and High Performance Computing Clusters running Red Hat Linux in multiple locations around the U.S. and growing. Future expansion will include WNDRVR VxWorks embedded Linux operation systems. Linux and Windows servers host engineering applications such as Cadence, Atlassian, DOORS, Citrix, Cameo, and Github. Environment includes Windows PCs and thin clients.

Position Responsibilities:

• Employ best practices when implementing security requirements within an information system including software engineering methodologies, system/security engineering principles, secure design, secure architecture, and secure coding techniques
• Work directly with programs to ensure Information Technology infrastructure solutions meet the program requirements and schedules
• Provide comprehensive end-to-end computing support in closed environments from desktops to servers
• Provide broad range of systems and application support
• Prepares release planning for software and hardware across the system, including patch management
• Administer user system access and establishing safeguards to protect information to meet security requirements
• Develops, designs, integrates and maintains all computer applications
• Evaluates complex systems production readiness and supportability
• Performs the restoration of routine to complex computing service operations
• Integrates security solutions into information systems
• Protect classified and proprietary information
• Participate in the planning and execution of upgrades and patches for operating systems and COTS software
• Build and maintain information systems that comply with Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide / Risk Management Framework (JSIG / RMF) security requirements

Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience administering user system access and establishing safeguards to protect information to meet network security requirements
• 3+ years of experience with Linux System Administration
• 3+ years' experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering current Windows Server 2016 - 2019 and Desktop Operating Systems - Windows 10
• 5+ years' experience managing closed networks
• Experience troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
• 4 year HPC (high performance computing) experience
• Must currently be RMF compliant with a Security+ certificate
• Active Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph with ability to obtain a Full Scope Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience designing & implementing IT Security Systems
• 5+ years' experience troubleshooting operating system and installation problems
• Familiarity with Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems (Server 2016-2019, Windows 10, 20H2)
• Familiarity with AD to include applying domain group policies
• Familiarity with a VMware virtual network environment.
• Experience creating and maintaining multiple virtual servers based on VMware
• Prior/current experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for Unix / Linux (RHEL/Oracle) server/workstation
• Develop PowerShell scripts to enable consistent, high-quality integration of hardware assets
• Experience with scripts to automate deployment and configuration of operating systems
• Experience in Agile Methodologies
• Experience with a broad range of basic systems and application support
• Experience evaluating and effectively communicating complex system problems and resolution
• Experience with System Backups and Network switch configuration
• May require varying worktimes as needed.
• 10% travel may be required

Other requirements:

• This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options: Fairfax, VA, El Segundo, CA, or Tukwila, WA
• This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/Sensitive Compartment Information (TS/SCI) Security Clearance with a polygraph. (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.