Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

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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.
Responsibilities Systems Administrator The potential candidate requires previous experience with Linux and Windows System Administration for applications in a classified environment. System Administration tasking will include installation, configuration and maintenance of Linux and Windows servers, virtual servers, application software upgrades. The ideal candidate will be responsible for all Operation & Maintenance (O&M) tasks and maintaining operational baselines and performance of application O&M activities to include: patching, application monitoring, and customer support. When necessary the candidate will troubleshoot network and application performance issues and recommend appropriate action. Candidate will work closely with members of the project team, product subject matter experts, end users, and software engineers to ensure that the application remains operational by monitoring application performance, providing technical assistance, and consultation to users. Additional duties will include supporting database administrators, developing tools to assist in management of systems, ensuring application documentation (e.g., System Administration Guides, SOPs, Installation Procedures, etc.), and performing daily application backups. Overall System Admin responsibilities include: Provide Linux and Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, Tier 2/3 support to government customers and other project team members in a DoD enterprise environment.
Troubleshoot and debug server-based application(s) and/or IT infrastructure component(s)
Perform occasional after-hour tasks, including but not limited to, restarting systems, application upgrades, hardware maintenance, etc.
Ensure all necessary documentation to operate and maintain the equipment and/or software is regularly maintained.
Perform performance monitoring and provide documentation of issues and recommendations to upper management.
Maintain and patch systems, software and applications to eliminate bugs/defects, security vulnerabilities, and maintain technology currency of systems and applications to maintain or renew existing ATOs
Participate in change management processes to include patch compliance and Information Assurance Validation Testing.
Qualifications 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan. Minimum 9 years w/o a degree Minimum 5 years with BA/BS Minimum 3 years with MA/MS Minimum 0 years with PhD TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly
Target Salary Range $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range EEO An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran. Our Values Benefits At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way. Paid Time-Off and Holidays
Retirement
Life & Disability Insurance
Career Development
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Care

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