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Junior Systems Administrator

Saalex Corporation

Lexington Park, MDFull-time$65–85K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$65–85K/yr
Location
Lexington Park, MD
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CompTIA Security+ CertificationTop Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Saalex Corporation is hiring a Junior Systems Administrator. The Junior Systems Administrator will configure, deploy, and maintain Windows servers, Windows 11 desktop systems, and network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with information assurance requirements. This role involves creating and maintaining lab test and development environments, as well as supporting 75 users, 125 computer assets, printers, and network connectivity within the building. The ideal candidate will perform ACAS/SCAPs, build and harden workstations, and administer network security measures.

Key focus areas include Perform ACAS / SCAPs on machines to look for vulnerabilities and apply patches to remediate, Build, Maintain and harden workstations and laptops, and Upgrade and configure data systems, administer operating systems, and maintain basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups.

Successful candidates bring BS/BA Degree Or AA/AS Degree Or HS and Active Top Secret Clearance. Important skills include Windows Servers, Windows 11 Desktop Systems, Network Infrastructure, Information Assurance, ACAS, and SCAPs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Windows ServersWindows 11 Desktop SystemsNetwork InfrastructureInformation AssuranceACASSCAPsWorkstation HardeningLaptop HardeningData Systems ConfigurationOperating Systems AdministrationSecurity ProceduresBackup ProceduresEMASS ID 12900EMASS ID 3699LAN SupportWAN SupportInternet Systems SupportNetwork Security AdministrationMicrosoft Operating SystemsServer ManagementSecurity Requirements ManagementSecurity ConsciousResourcefulProblem SolvingWorks IndependentlySelf-StarterOrganizedDetail Oriented

Qualifications

1 Year System Administration ExperienceCompTIA Security+ CertificationBS/BA Degree and 1 Year Related Experience or AA/as Degree and 3 Years Related Experience or HS and 5 Years Related ExperienceActive Top Secret ClearanceUS Citizenship

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking Junior Systems Administrator in Patuxent River, MD. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuration, deployment and maintaining Windows servers, Windows 11 desktop systems, Network infrastructure and compliance with information assurance requirements. Candidate will create and maintain lab test and development environments. Candidate will support 75 users / 125 computer assets / printers / network connectivity in the building.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65k-$85k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location: Full-time onsite (see onsite requirements below)

**On-site Requirements: This position is not eligible for reoccurring telework, and will require an onsite presence at Patuxent River NAS for greater than or equal to 90% of the work week.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform ACAS / SCAPs on machines to look for vulnerabilities and apply patches to remediate.

  • Build, Maintain and harden workstations and laptops.

  • Upgrade and configure data systems, administer operating systems, and maintain basic security and recovery procedures such as scheduling and backups.

  • Responsible for gathering all information (drawing, hardware/software list, PAA’s, etc for submittal to the ISSO for an ATO on EMASS ID 12900 and EMASS ID 3699

  • Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system.

  • Administer network security measures.

  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 years system administration experience

  • Knowledge/exposure to ACAS

  • CompTIA Security+ certification

  • Knowledgeable / proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems

  • Ability to manage / maintain various types of servers and security requirements

  • Security conscious in all aspects

  • Resourceful / problem solving skills

  • Works independently

  • Self-starter

  • Organized

  • Detail oriented

  • BS/BA degree and 1 years related experience, OR AA/AS degree and 3 years related experience, OR HS and 5 years related experience.

Security Clearance:

Active Top Secret required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:

BS/BA degree and 1 years related experience, OR AA/AS degree and 3 years related experience, OR HS and 5 years related experience.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

  • Short Term & Long Term Disability

  • Training & Development

  • Wellness Resources

  • Stock Option Plan

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