Systems Administrator - Fairfax, VA, United States - MITRE Corporation

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Apply full range of knowledge to maintain technical security of information systems processing classified information.
• Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, network switches, etc

to include system upgrades.

• Update servers, clients, applications, antivirus updates, maintain Active Directory, DNS, Continuous Monitoring logging, SCAP, etc.
• Configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and secure systems and network devices to comply with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Possess working knowledge of Window 10/Sever 2012/2016/2019 and experience withtroubleshooting applicable systems.
• Experience with Linux OS include routine patching maintenance and account setup and trouble shooting.
• Assist ISSM/ISSO with coordination between sponsors, MITRE project leaders, and MITRE's accreditation officials to obtain formal accreditation to operate classified information systems.
• Research new hardware / software products to acquire life cycle replacements and maintain software licenses.
• Apply security patches and update Anti-Virus.
• Work in a classified environment where there are government compliance audits.
• Have a familiarity with network concepts, Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, client-server architectures, virtualization technologies, and basic troubleshooting concepts.
• Independently identify relevant technologies/topics and learn new technical skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or 7 years and an Associate's degree in relevant discipline; who can immediately contribute at this job step or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• In accordance with DoD M, the selected individual must meet the requirements of an IAT Level II as a condition of employment and computing environment training/certification.
• Security + Certification
• Active Top-Secret Clearance, ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
• Experience with network concepts, Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, client-server architectures, virtualization technologies, and basic troubleshooting concepts.
• Knowledge of Window 10/Sever 2012/2016 and experience withtroubleshooting applicable systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS Degree in relevant discipline and 8 years of relevant experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret/SCI Work Location Type: Onsite MITRE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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