IT System Administrator

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Job Description:

Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of War and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best; we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. It’s why we’re here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and delivering meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions.

 

Our Space Operations directorate is passionate about making America the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our nation’s security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game-changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Are you an experienced Information Technology Systems Administrator looking to grow your skillset and work on a project that has real world impact? Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.

The IT System Administrator will provide dedicated IT support to the Space Warfighting and Analysis Center (SWAC) and the Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP) as a member of the Enduring High-Level Cell (EHLC) Advanced Concepts & Wargaming (AC&W) team at multiple operating locations, primarily in Colorado Springs. The qualified applicant will develop and maintain advanced computing infrastructures to support wargaming applications and mission-critical operations. The role involves establishing cybersecurity protocols and integrating COTS and GOTS products with responsibilities for troubleshooting network issues and optimizing application performance. The position involves adapting to changing priorities while solving problems effectively and collaborating directly with customers and team members during critical IT initiatives implementation.

Required Skills:

• Provides Tier 1 (Service Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
• Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers
• Expert knowledge of DoD, National, and applicable service and agency security policies and standards
• Manages system and server resources including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability
• Research and recommend upgrades, patches, new applications, equipment, and tool sets that enhance the systems capabilities
• Troubleshoot hardware/software interface and interoperability problems
• Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies for mission resilience
• Contribute to planning, risk analysis, certification, and awareness activities for system and network operations
• Able to contribute technical expertise throughout the system lifecycle, including design, integration, testing, and delivery to operations
• Assist in the development and evaluation of information system security policies, with an emphasis on SAP network integration
• Provides support of the following supported platforms: MS Hyper-V, VMWare, ESXi, and Xen Hypervisors
• Experience in Zero Client technology such as 10ZIG
• Competent in Linux and Windows Server/Workstation- Group Policy configuration, WSUS, and Bitlocker
• Strong ability to produce and maintain varied technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Build and maintain operational checklists (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly)
• Adapt to shifting requirements and recommend system enhancements and risk mitigations
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology and 5+ years of experience, or a Master's and typically 3+ years of experience.
• Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification e.g., CompTIA Security+
• TS/SCI with eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph upon hire
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and customer engagement skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet mission objectives
• 100% onsite is required in Colorado Springs, CO

 

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of Networking technologies, Ports, Protocols, and services.
• Knowledge and experience with Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker, and Kubernetes
• Familiar with COMSEC requirements and procedures
• Experience with installation and maintenance of authentication/authorization software e.g. Active Directory, Identity Management (IdM)
• Experience with full DevOps toolchain (Jira, Confluence, SCM, Jenkins, Coverity, Artifactory)
• Experience with installation and maintenance of application servers such as Apache Tomcat
• Experience with configuration management and software build processes

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

 

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

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

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

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, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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!

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