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Systems Admin- Mid with Security Clearance
Job Posted
2/4/2025
Peraton
Herndon, VA 20170
United States
Category
Information Technology
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Pay
$104,000.00 to $166,000.00 Per Year
Job Description
About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Program Overview This program primarily focuses on IC messaging applications, along with various support/service applications. Performs sustainment and development for various ITS applications, ensuring ongoing support for critical tools and systems. About The Role Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to support an Intelligence Community (IC) customer. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the orchestration, sustainment, and evolution of a portfolio of mission applications and services. This position requires experience with Linux and Windows System Administration in a classified environment, with a focus on maintaining and optimizing systems, supporting database administrators, and ensuring applications remain operational and secure. Key Responsibilities: System Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Linux and Windows servers, virtual servers, and application software. Support system upgrades and PostgreSQL and Oracle database administration tasks.
O&M Management: Oversee Operation & Maintenance (O&M) tasks, ensuring that application performance, patching, and customer support are continuously monitored and maintained.
Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot and resolve network/application issues, and recommend corrective actions. Provide Tier 2/3 support to government customers and project team members.
Documentation: Develop and maintain critical system and application documentation, such as System Administration Guides, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Installation Procedures.
After-Hours Support: Be available for after-hours tasks, including system restarts, application upgrades, hardware maintenance, and more, as needed.
Security Compliance: Ensure all systems and applications are up-to-date with patches to address bugs, security vulnerabilities, and maintain the currency of technologies to support or renew existing Authorization to Operate (ATO).
Change Management & Testing: Participate in change management processes, including patch compliance and Information Assurance Validation Testing.
Qualifications Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD Basic Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following qualifications: Education:
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience; or Master's degree with 5 years of related experience; or PhD with 2 years of related experience.
An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
System Administration Experience: Proven experience installing, configuring, and managing Linux and Windows operating systems in a classified environment.
Certifications:
DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux).
Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or a similar security certification.
Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access and pass a polygraph.
Work Availability: Ability to work after hours and weekends, as needed for deployments and maintenance tasks.Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with the following skills will be given preferential consideration: Certifications: Additional Linux and Windows System Administration certifications.
Messaging Experience: Experience with DoDIIS Messaging.
Database Management: Experience with PostgreSQL and Oracle database administration in a classified environment.
Cloud & Virtualization Experience: Experience with C2S/AWS environments and VMware products.
Security & Hardening: Solid understanding of RMF and STIGs for system hardening and vulnerability remediation.
Scripting Experience: Familiarity with PL/SQL, UNIX shell scripting (k, c, bash), and Python scripting for automation and system management.
DIA Systems Knowledge: Experience with DIA systems and familiarity with DODIIS security/builds.
Application & Middleware Knowledge: Experience with WebLogic 12C, OpenShift4, CI/CD pipelines, Oracle Fusion Middleware, and API Services (DPaaS).
Security Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph is highly desired.
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range Details Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. EEO:Peraton is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.