Systems Administrator III with Security Clearance

Systems Administrator III Who is Epsilon: Epsilon is an IT Services company that was founded in 2009 and has become an established leader in providing Information Technology services to both Federal Government and Commercial businesses across the United States. Epsilon is known for its solution-focused and innovative approach, aligning technology systems, tools, and processes with the missions and objectives of its customers Epsilon's headquarters are in Weaverville, NC with other corporate offices in Greenville, SC, Crystal City, VA, and Denver, CO. We have employees in 30+ States across the U.S. Why work for Epsilon: In joining Epsilon's team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to Epsilon's business and customer initiatives, as well as influence our brand culture through people interaction and technology advancements. Epsilon invests in our employees by promoting from within and enabling employees to elevate their knowledge and skill set in their profession by allocating $3,000 annually in Professional Development funds. We also offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits through one of the largest national carriers, Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure and has a generous rollover, 11 company paid Holidays, and 401(k) with immediate contribution. Where you'll work: This is an onsite opportunity where you will report to the customer's location in Port Hueneme, CA. An average day: As Systems Administrator III you will provide strategic direction and oversight of complex IT infrastructures. This role involves coordinating large scale deployments, leading junior administrators, and ensuring compliance with evolving security requirements. In this position you will: Guide the development and maintenance of advanced server and network architectures for high availability. Lead major system upgrades and performance optimization projects aligned with mission critical objectives. Define and maintain policies, procedures, and SOPs to ensure adherence to cybersecurity regulations. Collaborate with leadership to strategize and prioritize IT initiatives that support organizational objectives. Mentor junior system administrators, reviewing their work and providing continuous feedback. Direct complex troubleshooting efforts, investigating root causes for high impact outages. Oversee resource allocation in large scale virtualization or cloud deployments, ensuring performance and security. Validate compliance with established security controls and perform regular assessments. Conduct capacity planning, managing hardware refresh cycles and budgetary considerations. Review and approve change management documentation, aligning each request with established policies. Track performance metrics to identify operational trends and propose improvements. Collaborate with cross functional teams, including cybersecurity and database specialists, on integrated projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, offering recommendations for pilot programs or proof of concept. Implement proactive monitoring solutions to detect anomalies and address issues in real time. Provide executive updates on system performance, highlighting areas of risk and proposed mitigations. Basic Qualifications: As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) , Epsilon will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; in lieu of a degree, an additional 5 years of enterprise level systems administration experience may be substituted. A minimum of 7 years of experience in systems administration, overseeing complex infrastructure and leading high impact projects. In depth knowledge of OS administration, virtualization, and cloud platforms. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., RMF, STIG) if applicable. IAT Level II certification as defined by DoD 8570. Operating System certification relevant to the specific environment being supported. Proven leadership abilities, capable of guiding large teams and steering strategic projects. Expertise in disaster recovery planning and design, including high availability configurations. Strong networking background, with knowledge of firewalls, load balancers, and security protocols. Advanced troubleshooting skills for diagnosing critical issues under time sensitive conditions. Other: Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance May be required to perform duties outside of standard hours of operation in order to support mission requirements, including planned and unplanned maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and upgrades. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Listed below are the physical or mental requirements necessary for the job's performance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions: Prolonged periods of computer desk work. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other computer components. Speaking and hearing are sufficient to converse and understand conversations, both in-person, telephone, and virtual meetings. The cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending. Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and the ability to communicate with managers and co-workers. Mental aptitude to respond appropriately in high-pressure situations or deadline-driven environments. Maintain a professional emotional response when working with others. Connect directly with your dedicated recruiter, Jessica, on Epsilon's careers page. Epsilon is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. EEO/AA: Disabled/Vets. Please click here to review your rights under EEO policy. If you are an individual with a disability and need special assistance or reasonable accommodation in applying for employment with Epsilon, Inc., please contact our Recruiting department by phone or by email .