Senior Systems Administrator

deciBel Research has an immediate opening for a Senior System Administrator in Huntsville, AL.

Position Description:

deciBel Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior System Administrator to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting and enhancing our IT infrastructure, ensuring the stability and security of our systems.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform day-to-day system administration tasks for both hardware and software components within a classified environment.
• Participate in the design, architecture development, documentation of IT systems, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
• Set up, configure, and deploy servers, workstations, and desktop devices.
• Install and configure both Linux and Windows operating systems, applications, and software updates.
• Implement automated provisioning tools and processes to streamline system deployments.
• Monitor system performance and ensure the reliability and availability of IT infrastructure.
• Perform regular system upgrades, patches, and security updates.
• Manage and maintain backups, disaster recovery plans, and data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant security standards and best practices.
• Perform security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Participate in the configuration and troubleshooting of networking components, support networks, and connected devices.
• Participate in the configuration management process and maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Track and report on system performance, security incidents, and compliance status
• Create and maintain user manuals and IT policies.
• Ensure consistent technical direction and understanding among staff members, maintaining uniform IT processes, practices, and documentation across the system.
• Interface with other team members and senior leaders, acting as the liaison to the program helpdesk, and supporting requests for onsite support from team members.
• Assist in defining schedules, assigning and executing tasks, and monitoring completion to ensure integration and checkout activities are on track.
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the program.

Education Requirements:

Associate Degree or higher in a related technical field.

Experience Requirements:

• 5 years' experience performing as a Sr. System Administrator, particularly in a classified environment.
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Expertise in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with conducting vulnerability scans and remediating identified vulnerabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to respond to technical issues promptly.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with team members and senior leaders effectively.
• Familiarity with DISA STIG requirements.

Special Skills Desired:

• CompTIA Network+ Certification.
• Cisco CCNA Certification.
• Active TS/SCI.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

Applicant selected must have an active Secret security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.