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STR · 3 hours ago

Systems Administrator - Secret Clearance Required

Woburn, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$107K/yr - $134K/yr

5+ years exp

STR is a technology company specializing in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security. They are seeking a Systems Administrator to support IT infrastructure across all locations, collaborating with various teams and ensuring high availability of critical applications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist with projects across the enterprise infrastructure with accountability for the project outcome through sound project management skills

Support Data Center/Server Rooms and Cloud operations: Hardware and software system provisioning, configuration, monitoring/alerting, and administration of Linux, Windows, VMware/vSphere, Hyper-V, Cloud computing, printers, and phones

Support for Application (JIRA, Confluence, GitLab)

Collaborate and communicate with other IT teams for completing projects and troubleshooting problems

Troubleshoot interactions in storage, servers, networks and databases in collaboration with other systems administrators and technical teams

Administer computer and network infrastructure security and the associated data and access controls

Perform patch updates and vulnerability remediation of computer systems

Ensure high availability of all critical applications while meeting or exceeding Service Level Agreements (SLA)

Build and troubleshoot Linux & Windows machines

Racking servers and other infrastructure related hardware such as UPS, switches, and storage devices

Provide Tier 2 support for Service Desk ticket escalation

Conduct internal reviews of infrastructure components and recommendations for improvements

Document all infrastructure, processes and procedures

Assist in external user account process

Qualification

Linux AdministrationWindows AdministrationActive DirectoryNetwork AdministrationSystem Security AdministrationCloud ComputingProject ManagementCustomer ServiceLearning New TechnologiesScripting KnowledgeServiceNow KnowledgeBackup Software KnowledgeMonitoring Solutions KnowledgeProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailSelf-Starter

Required

US Citizenship, must be able to obtain a DoD Clearance

Work onsite in Woburn, MA office

5+ years of progressive technical (hands-on) experience related to systems development, implementation and administration

Experience as a Linux and/or Windows Administrator

Experience with centralized authentication technologies such as Active Directory, and LDAP

Working knowledge of TCP/IP and Microsoft networking concepts with work experience in supporting Local Area and Wide Area Networks

Knowledge of system security administration, including operating system security configuration and account management best practices for Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat), Windows Server, Windows clients

Willingness to travel occasionally to other office locations

Available for occasional off-hours outages and to take part in service restoration efforts

Good problem-solving and strong communication skills

Customer service oriented, attentive to detail, and with strong team and collaborative mindset

Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision

Strong interest in learning new technologies

Interest in learning network administration

Ability to communicate with end users about complex issues in easy to understand terminology

Ability to understand and act on the customer needs and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment

Preferred

System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)

Nagios or other monitoring solution

Veeam or other backup software

Microsoft Office 365

Knowledge of at least one scripting language and automation

Knowledge using ServiceNow or other ticketing system

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related technical field preferred (equivalent experience and certifications may be considered)

Benefits

Generous paid time off offerings, paid parental leave, and flexible work arrangements (this position offers 9/80, 4/40, or 5/40 workweek options)

Fitness reimbursement up to $299 for gym memberships, yoga studios, or similar plus an additional Blue Cross Blue Shield fitness reimbursement of up to $300

Complimentary Company swag and regular employee events such as summer food truck lunches, summer outing, winter soiree, and bi-monthly happy hours (with STR-covered appetizers)

Complimentary snacks, cold brew/coffee, and weekly Bagel Fridays

4% company match and 6% profit sharing through the 401k program

Complimentary Identity Theft protection

Career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement up to $15,000/year for eligible coursework, learning and development resources, and 50% reimbursement of professional society membership dues