System Administrator - Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance - Hybrid with Security Clearance

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Job description

Riptide Technology is hiring a System Administrator for hybrid work in Suitland, Maryland. The role provides work in the Maritime Domain Awareness, Office of Naval Intelligence, and we are looking for someone to assist in the AWS cloud and hands-on day-to-day efforts on the ground. Further support includes migration of MDA capabilities to the cloud, and the application of artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) tools to existing MDA data sets. Provide system administration and support for applications both on-premise and in AWS. Responsibilities: Manage, monitor, and maintain servers, networks, and IT infrastructure to ensure system uptime and optimal performance.
Perform regular system backups, recovery procedures, and data management tasks.
Ensure network security by implementing firewalls, antivirus programs, and regular system updates and patches.
Provide technical support and assistance to employees via ticketing systems, email, or in-person interactions.
Develop and maintain system documentation, including configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls within identity management systems.
Plan and implement software updates, hardware upgrades, and migrations with minimal disruption to operations.
Provide technical support for cloud-based systems and applications
Set up and configuring new cloud-based environments
Maintaining and troubleshooting cloud-based systems and applications
Monitoring and optimizing the performance of the cloud-based infrastructure
Developing and implementing backup and recovery strategies
Ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards
Providing guidance and best practices for using the AWS platform
To be an effective AWS system administrator, an individual should have strong technical skills, including experience with operating systems, networking, and virtualization. They should also be proficient in programming and scripting languages such as Python, CDK and have experience with cloud computing platforms. In addition, strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for this role. Required Education and Certifications: Required Certifications
• Sec+ within 90 days of hire
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
• 4 years of sys admin experience
• 2 years of AWS cloud experience Required Qualifications: Security Clearance: Active DoD - Top Secret / SCI Required Skills
• AWS cloud, RHEL
Preferred Skills
• Strong self-starter attitude, team-oriented and good communication skills are a must.
• Willingness to commit to maintaining the highest standard of customer service with outstanding written and oral communication.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with the team on assigned tasks, expectations, and schedules.
• Sharp attention to detail
Previous maritime/vessel/naval experience preferred.
Core Business hours 9:00 - 3:00 with flexibility. Working Conditions: Working Conditions
Office
Strength Demands
Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/?carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical Requirements
Stand or Sit
Walk
Repetitive Motion
Use Hands /? Fingers to Handle or Feel
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl
Talk or Hear
See $165,000 - $190,000 a year 401(k) company contribution equivalent to 10% of employee's salary, immediately 100% vested, no matching required. 100% company paid dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Employer-provider health insurance, employee and family coverage, 85% company paid. 6 weeks annual paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave. 12 weeks paid family leave, 2-5 days bereavement leave, and 2 weeks Military Reserve Duty differential pay provided for qualifying events. Opportunities for annual performance-based bonuses. Riptide Technology, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer ensuring no employee or prospective employee will be discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or marital status with regards to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion or rehiring.

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