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System Administrator (Top Secret)

Washington DC

Title: System Administrator (Tier III)
Clearance: Top Secret (SCI Eligible)
Salary: $100k-$120k
Location: Washington, D.C. (Onsite)

 

Job Summary: The System Administrator (Tier III) is a senior-level position responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure. This role involves managing servers, storage, virtualization, and other critical components to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of organizational IT environments. A Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI is required for this position. A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is preferred. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, and VMware Certified Professional are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, deploy, and maintain server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers, storage systems, and backup solutions.
  • Install, configure, and administer operating systems, applications, and services, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and security.
  • Monitor system performance and capacity, implementing proactive measures to optimize resource utilization and mitigate potential issues.
  • Implement and maintain security controls, policies, and procedures to protect IT systems from unauthorized access, malware, and other threats.
  • Perform regular system updates, patches, and upgrades to address vulnerabilities and improve system stability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, collaborating with other IT teams and vendors as needed.
  • Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for reference and knowledge sharing.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior system administrators and IT staff.
  • Participate in IT project planning, coordination, and implementation as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in system administration or related role.
  • Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
  • Strong knowledge of server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux/Unix), virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), and storage systems.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional, or equivalent are preferred but not required.

 

Benefits/Additional Info:

Rackner embraces and promotes employee development and training and covers the cost of certifications relevant to a position and the technologies/services provided. Fitness/Gym membership eligibility, weekly pay schedule and employee swag, snacks & events are offered as well!

  • 401K with 100% matching up to 6%
  • Highly competitive PTO
  • Great health insurance with large network of providers
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Life Insurance, and short & long term disability
  • Industry-Leading Weekly Pay Schedule
  • Home office & equipment plan

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