Systems Administrator (DOD and Services)

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MITRE's Lexington Park, MD site has a diverse work program in support of NAVAIR with work in model-based systems engineering, Cyber Security, RF communications, airspace system safety assessments, Nuclear Command Control & Communications (NC3) systems, and systems engineering. Our primary areas of mission concentration include ISR&T sensor integration, NC3, resilient communications, and tactical aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations.

The job is a Lexington Park, MD-based position; this work location is required to effectively foster staff relationships and shape the direct work program.

Job Description:

• Leads and establishes standardized approaches to efforts across assigned classified environments, working with project engineers and security staff to determine requirements for server, workstation, and network configurations/software. Independently plan rollouts, implementations, and maintenance of systems
• Manage system/server resources including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability.
• Configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and secure systems and network devices to comply with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
• Update servers, clients, applications, antivirus updates, maintain Active Directory, DNS, apply security patches, Continuous Monitoring logging, SCAP, etc.
• Possess a working knowledge of Windows 10 / Server 2012/2016 and experience with troubleshooting applicable systems.
• Assist ISSM/ISSO with coordination between sponsors, MITRE project leaders, and MITRE's accreditation officials to obtain formal accreditation to operate classified information systems. Research new hardware / software products to acquire life cycle replacements and maintain software licenses.
• Verify that application software/network/system security postures are implemented as stated, document deviations, and recommend required actions to correct those deviations.
• Possess a familiarity with network concepts, Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, client-server architectures, virtualization technologies, and basic troubleshooting concepts.
• Independently identify relevant technologies/topics and learn new technical skills.
• Work with stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically a BS in related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or Associates degree in a relevant discipline and 9 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of related education, certifications and work experience.
• In accordance with DoD 8570.01M, the selected individual must meet the requirements of an IAT Level II as a condition of employment and computing environment training/certification (COMPTia Security+ CE and Windows cert).
• Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site presence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) knowledge.
• Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) training certification
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, such as TCP/IP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, VPN and VLAN.
• Familiarity with configuring and deploying CISCO routers and switches.
• Experience with Windows systems and user management via Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools, including batch scripts and PowerShell.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
Secret

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret/SCI

Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$97,500 - $122,000 - $146,500 Annual

Work Location Type:
Hybrid

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