NikSoft Systems Corporation ยท 1 month ago
Systems Administrator (AWS GovCloud)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expNikSoft Systems Corp. is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to manage and secure enterprise IT systems in a federal agency environment. The role involves administering Windows and Linux systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and federal standards, and collaborating with various technical teams to provide secure and scalable system solutions.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Server and Linux (RedHat, SUSE, or similar) environments
Managing Active Directory domains, group policies, and user access controls
Administering security certificates, PKI infrastructure, and encryption technologies to safeguard sensitive data
Implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls aligned with DoD and federal agency standards
Monitoring and optimizing system performance, availability, and security posture
Supporting integrations with enterprise applications, including OpenText ECM (highly desired)
Collaborating with architects, developers, and security teams to ensure systems meet operational and compliance needs
Provision and manage Windows and Linux servers to support enterprise workloads
Implement automated patching, backup, and disaster recovery processes
Support identity and access management through Active Directory and related technologies
Provide technical support to system owners and users, addressing system-related issues
Qualification
Required
5+ years administering Windows and Linux systems in enterprise or federal environments
Strong knowledge of Active Directory administration, including domain management, group policies, and authentication
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FedRAMP, DISA STIGs) and compliance requirements
Demonstrated expertise in security certificate management and PKI infrastructure
Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud environments (AWS GovCloud preferred)
Proficiency with monitoring and automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible, CloudWatch, or similar)
Strong understanding of encryption-at-rest/in-transit and IAM integration
BS degree in Information Technology or related technical discipline
Security+ Certification (required or highly desired)
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete the government's background investigation
Preferred
Experience supporting OpenText ECM platforms
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator or RedHat Certified Engineer (desired)
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator (desired)
Experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Lean Startup, XP)
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a track record of solution ownership
Ability to articulate and document design/configuration choices and build consensus among stakeholders
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and compliance requirements
Strong problem-solving abilities
Adaptability
Effective and clear verbal communication
Commitment to continuous learning
Strong work ethic, ethical conduct, and the ability to collaborate effectively within teams
Company
NikSoft Systems Corporation
NikSoft was founded in 1998, & is an IT firm based in Reston, Virginia that works primarily with companies who assist government operations.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase