Citizant · 1 month ago
Enterprise Security System (ESS) Administrator - (Onsite: Glynco, GA - REF1870X)
Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government, focusing on addressing pressing challenges in various IT domains. The Enterprise Security System (ESS) Administrator is responsible for managing the design, configuration, and administration of the ESS, ensuring its performance, availability, and compliance with federal security standards.
Data IntegrationEnterprise ApplicationsEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyProject Management
Responsibilities
Design, install, configure, and maintain Enterprise Security System (ESS) components, including servers, databases, and storage infrastructure
Administer and manage ESS software platforms, ensuring optimal performance, security, and uptime across all sites
Perform system upgrades, patching, and version management to ensure compliance with DHS policies
Monitor system performance and implement proactive measures to prevent outages or degradation
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve ESS hardware and software issues, coordinating with vendors and internal support teams as needed
Implement and maintain security controls, user access management, and audit logging to protect ESS data and configurations
Conduct system testing and validation following configuration changes, upgrades, or incident remediation
Maintain detailed technical documentation including configurations, architecture diagrams, maintenance logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and physical security personnel to ensure alignment between ESS operations and enterprise IT infrastructure
Support backup, disaster recovery, and continuity planning for ESS-related systems and data
Provide user and administrator training on ESS tools, features, and procedures as required
Qualification
Required
5 - 8 years of demonstrated expertise in server, database, storage, and security technologies supporting enterprise-level systems
Hands-on experience designing, installing, configuring, administering, and managing integrated security or monitoring systems
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with both software and hardware components
Ability to test, monitor, and optimize system performance in complex enterprise environments
Familiarity with Windows Server, SQL databases, and enterprise storage systems
Strong documentation and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across IT and security teams
U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain or maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance (Secret preferred)
Preferred
Experience supporting Enterprise Security Systems in a federal or large campus environment
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or equivalent
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800 series, FISMA, DHS 4300A)
Experience integrating physical and IT security systems
Strong understanding of network connectivity, firewall rules, and system hardening best practices
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study (preferred)
DHS Public Trust or higher (Secret preferred)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Generous PTO
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Assistance & Professional Development Program
Company
Citizant
Citizant provides business transformation and information sharing solutions to the federal government.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2012-12-01Private Equity
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