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Systems Planning & Analysis ยท 13 hours ago

Senior Systems Administrator

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. They are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to manage continuous monitoring tasks, provide multi-tier support, and ensure the security and performance of cloud-based devices.

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Responsibilities

Execute and manage continuous monitoring tasks within authorization boundaries, applying the ICD 503 Security RMF Framework to maintain and improve security posture
Provide Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support for system issues, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving problems in diverse system environments
Handle service requests efficiently through phone and Jira ticketing system, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolution for end-users
Manage the configuration, operation, and maintenance of cloud-based devices to optimize performance and security
Conduct preventive maintenance, manage user accounts, and perform system diagnostics to ensure operational hardware and software reliability
Enforce security policies rigorously, carry out vulnerability assessments, and implement system hardening and patching to safeguard against potential threats
Prepare regular reports on system performance, security metrics, and incident resolutions to provide actionable insights and maintain operational transparency
Participate in meetings with stakeholders to understand requirements, provide system updates, and support alignment of system operations with organizational objectives

Qualification

Systems AdministrationDoD 8570 IAT Level IIAWS OperationsICD 503 Security RMFSecurity Policies EnforcementTroubleshootingUser Account ManagementIncident ReportingCommunication Skills

Required

U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain TS/SCI and ability to sit for and pass a Polygraph
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
4+ years of relevant experience (equivalent professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement)
Compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)
Proven expertise in systems administration practices, including server and workstation upgrades and maintenance planning

Preferred

Previous experience within the NRO or an equivalent Intelligence Community (IC) environment
Advanced knowledge in AWS Operations and Maintenance
Understanding of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

Company

Systems Planning & Analysis

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Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) is a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights for critical national security programs.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2021-10-06Acquired

Leadership Team

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Rich Sawchak
Chief Executive Officer
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Bruce Phillips
Vice President, Emerging Markets Growth
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