System Administrator

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Job Title

System Administrator

Location

Maryland-Torch Site Pax River - California, MD 20619 US (Primary)

Job Description

Torch Technologies is seeking a Systems Administrator with comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in cybersecurity, system administration, and IT support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and operational integrity of IT systems, maintaining compliance with various security frameworks, and providing technical assistance to end-users.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Journeyman System Administrator, you are responsible for providing information assurance, system administration, documentation, and customer support for Top Secret LAN that is necessary for the E-130J NC3 (Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications) next-generation aircraft being developed for the U.S. Navy's TACAMO (Take Charge and Move Out) mission. Specific requirements include:

• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain System Security Plans (SSP) and ensure Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), NIST, and Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) compliance. This includes maintaining Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM) documentation, conducting security inspections, and participating in Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
• Vulnerability Management & Remediation: Conduct and analyze vulnerability scans (ACAS and SCAP), mitigate identified risks through patching (e.g., using Ivanti), and apply/verify STIGs using tools like Evaluate-STIG. This also involves continuous monitoring of networked and non-networked assets to identify and resolve potential risk exposure.
• System Administration & Network Operations: Provide comprehensive system administration support, including troubleshooting hardware and network issues, assisting with office build planning for compliance and connectivity, and deploying systems in SCIF/SAPF environments. Responsibilities also include maintaining IT equipment inventory across multiple sites, performing asset builds using Secure Host Baseline images, managing user accounts (creation, privilege escalation), and overseeing software license management.
• Documentation & Processes: Create and maintain robust cybersecurity documentation, including Authorization to Operate (ATOs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ensure all machines comply with security policies by interpreting relevant documents.
• Help Desk & Customer Support: Offer direct technical support to users on various systems, effectively utilizing ticketing systems for incident and service request management. This includes assisting with technical issues, providing peripherals, enabling security mechanisms like MFA, and configuring software such as Microsoft Office/Outlook.

Job Requirements

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college with three (3) or more years of experience performing the duties described in the functional description.
  • OR Associate's degree plus an additional two (2) years of related work experience (in lieu of a bachelor's degree).
  • OR Six (6) additional years of related work experience (in lieu of a bachelor's degree).
• Level 2 certifications (IAM II and or IAT II) under DoD 8570 and DoD 8140 (or ability to obtain within 6 months of filling the position).
• Must possess a current Top Secret security clearance. Inability to maintain a TS security clearance will result in ineligibility for this position.

Desired Experience:

• Experience using Microsoft Windows Products and LINUX.
• Experience working in IA roles, installing updates and patches, and performing vulnerability scans and assessments.
• Working knowledge of Cyber/IA compliance standards and associated documentation.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular, Fulltime

Security Clearance: TS

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-5

Work Location: Pax River, MD

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: Yes

Salary Range - MD: $80,000- $100,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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