Senior Systems Administrator

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Job Description:

Ready to use your expertise on a wide variety of difficult defense security assignments, applying administrative techniques as part of a team that tackles national defense challenges? Want to take your skills to the next level to work on tough projects that will make a huge impact? Parsons is now hiring fully qualified Senior Systems administrators, experienced in systems and network administrative methods and practices with a passion for providing systems support on a variety of highly complex tasks. In this role you will provide test and evaluation programmatic as well as technical support to mission partners. You'll be working in the cybersecurity and classified IT department. Parsons is a leader in the world of defense and cyber security. We need our systems administrators to be versatile, highly teachable and enthusiastic to tackle new challenges across a broad range of planning, analysis, testing, configuring, networking, and execution functions. Working for Parsons will put your industry expertise to work and continue to propel your career forward as a Senior Systems Administrator.

Parsons is looking for a sharp Senior Systems Administrator to join our elite, multi-discipline team of Engineers and Analysts on multiple programs, contributing to the pioneering effort to develop the next generation network capability for multiple Mission Partners.

Responsibilities:

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining software, hardware, and networks
• Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure through access controls, backups, and firewalls
• Set up accounts and workstations
• Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
• Troubleshoot issues and outages
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models
• Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
• Contribute knowledge to the build out of Knowledge Base articles (KBs)
• Assist team with responding to and tracking tickets
• Willingness to assist in equipment transfers as required to include: server racks, client workstations, UPS, etc.
• Assist with occasional cabling needs to include rerunning and terminating ends
• Assist the team with initial build outs of areas and networks to include proposal support
• Performing STIG/SCAP scans, reviews, and manual checklists
• Ensuring timely vulnerability scans are accomplished and reported
• Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to communicate with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users. Your goal will be to ensure that our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• 6+ years of experience in a systems administration or equivalent role
• Security+ CE certification
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
• Working knowledge of Windows and RHEL administration (Windows 10/Server 2019, RHEL 6/7/8/9)
• Experience with Linux and the Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Working knowledge of security assessment/compliance products (HBSS, ACAS, OpenSCAP, ePO, SCC, SCCM/MECM)
• Functional/Operational knowledge of VMware
• Experience with system automation and configuration management
• Familiarity with network administration of routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Must be able to work in a production/operational environment

Desired skills:

• Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role
• Experience with databases, networks, and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Excellent communication, leadership experience, and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong Troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of an Agile framework and/or Configuration Change Board (CCB)/ Request for Change (RFC)
• Experience with BASH, PowerShell, etc as it relates to automating tasks
• Experience with management, automation, and deployment of virtualized platforms (VMs, Containers, other)
• At least one of the following: Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Server, VMware Certified Associate (VCA), or other job-related certifications
• Experience or familiarity with air-gapped and/or disconnected systems

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental technology. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
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This position is part of our Corporate team.

We're driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by federal, state, provincial or local mandates or customer requirements.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company's core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!