System Administrator III

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation’s most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 921

Job Title: System Administrator III

Location: General Greene Ave Natick, Massachusetts 01760

Clearance Level: Active DoD – Secret

Required Certification(s):

• Active Secret Clearance
• Security+ CE
• Windows or Linux operating system cert

SUMMARY

The U.S. Soldier Center at Natick, MA of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) is the Army’s corporate laboratory. It’s a diverse assortment of unique facilities and a dedicated workforce of government and private sector partners make up the largest source of world-class integrated research and analysis in the U.S. Army. ARL discovers, innovates and transitions research in order to provide the best technologies for our Soldiers. ARL’s program consists of basic and applied research and survivability/lethality and human factors analysis.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties will consist of performing installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Microsoft Windows Servers. Supporting Windows and services including, but not limited to, Active Directory user/role-based administration, Print Services, Group Policy, Internet Information Services, Microsoft SQL, storage technologies (iSCSI), and third-party services such as backup, monitoring utilities, and virtualization. Performing integrated information assurance (IA) tasks following Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and Best Business Practices (BBP) in assisting with network accreditation requirements. Supporting virtual environments and handling high available clustering technologies. Performing system upgrades, deploy new third-party services. Interface with team members to identify, analyze and resolve complex issues across the enterprise.

Standalone Management:

o Tracking Assets

o Software Installations/Vendor meets/SOPs

o Routine Maintenance

o Troubleshooting

o CRM Creation/Justification Forms

LabNet Support:

o Tracking assets and critical information

o Enrollment/Scheduling

o Testing/Troubleshooting

o Account/Profile creation

• Coordination with the client’s Cybersecurity Unit to achieve and maintain the information systems’ compliance and authorization to operate (ATO).
• Manages security compliance for networked devices and non networked standalone devices.
• System administrator for multiple systems and devices, managing personnel access, audit logs, software acquisition and management.
• Data transfer agent responsibilities for transferring software and pertinent updates unto standalone systems.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing to track and detail the demands, efforts, and shortcomings in meeting the goals of the customers information system implementation and compliance
• Support the integration/testing, operations, and maintenance of systems .
• Develops, updates, and maintains internal Standard Operating Procedures for all internal assigned functions.
• Provides system operation support, administers hardware and software inventory.
• Creates documentation for applied software/hardware for sets of systems.
• Utilizes STIG tools to secure systems and achieve compliance with evidence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• Security+ CE
• Windows or Linux operating system cert

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

• 5+ years as a System Admin

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

• Windows server management
• DOD STIGS
• Detailed oriented with good written and oral communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Though the position is for Windows Admin, exposure to Linux is a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

• General office environment. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Strength Demands

• Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It’s how we show up every day. It’s who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy – Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful – Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest – Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble – Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry – Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle – Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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