Position:Systems Administrator
Location:Greater Boston, MA (Onsite)
Length:3+ years
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to support classified systems infrastructure with a strong emphasis on security, compliance, and automation. The ideal candidate will be an experienced IT professional with a deep understanding of Windows, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies, as well as a strong familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) security and compliance frameworks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administer multi-user, mission-critical computer systems and ensure operational reliability across classified environments.
- Manage Active Directory, configure service accounts, and maintain comprehensive system documentation.
- Develop, deploy, and automate secure system builds using tools like Ansible or equivalent automation platforms.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and security frameworks, including STIGs, NIST 800-171/800-53, RMF, and DFARS 252.204-7012.
- Conduct compliance audits, risk assessments, and assist in developing System Security Plans (SSPs) and POA&Ms.
- Monitor system performance, perform capacity planning, and implement backup/recovery processes.
- Provide Tier 1 support and serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues unresolved by helpdesk staff.
- Participate in security configuration baselines and continuous monitoring programs.
- Identify and evaluate vendor solutions; manage and track vendor performance and integration.
- Act as a liaison during infrastructure-related aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, ensuring access and security protocols are followed.
- Draft internal IT communications and notifications related to outages and maintenance windows.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 3+ years of experience in IT compliance, security, or risk management within classified or regulated environments.
- A minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server environments, and Active Directory administration.
- 3+ years of experience with one or more of the following technologies: VMware (including vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, or Horizon), SAN/NAS storage solutions (such as NetApp, EMC, or Pure), Red Hat Linux systems, or networking components such as switches, firewalls, and routers.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to operate independently as well as in collaborative team environments.
- Experience with automation tools (Ansible preferred).
- In-depth knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800-171, 800-53, RMF) is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with STIGs and DoD security hardening best practices is advantageous.
- Security+ (or equivalent) certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Due to the nature of the work, an active Secret clearance is required, candidates without an active Secret clearance will not be considered.
Selected candidate will be subject to a post offer background check and must be able to maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, relegation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; US citizenship is required. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.
Make this your next career move as one of our many long-term contractors or employees!
- Work as our full-time employee with full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, PTO, etc.) - OR - work as a W2 hourly contractor at a higher pay rate if you don't need the benefit package.
Come see why DPC has achieved:
- 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 'Employee's Choice - Best Places to Work' by Glassdoor.
- Voted 'Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For' seven times by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a 'Best Company to Work For' by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine.
www.LoveYourJob.com
|
Digital Prospectors
May 22, 2025