Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

Minimum Clearance Required Secret Responsibilities I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers. I2X Technologies is seeking a Systems Administrator to support ongoing activities for a customer in Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL. This position will be on-site and will require an active Secret Clearance. Operate, maintain and manage Windows/Linux based domain supporting a software development environment Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Windows/Linux environment and is responsible for backup and recovery (to include disaster recovery) of system data. Primary Responsibilities Ensure all data is being backed up per COOP and BCP Ensure backup system is functioning correctly and periodically test the backup system by restoring files Respond appropriately to any security or virus incident discovered in the system Install, configure, monitor, manage and maintain all Windows/Linux based servers Create and maintain Windows/Linux system administration processes and procedures Install, configure, manage and maintain all Windows/Linux server based applications Ensure all Windows/Linux based systems have the appropriate patches installed â " includes but is not limited to, security, applications and OS Ensure all Windows/Linux based systems are running current versions of antivirus software with current virus definition files Create, manage and maintain group policy objects, security groups, user accounts Monitor, manage and maintain storage systems and devices Recommend system enhancements, including but not limited to, servers, applications, storage, processes and procedures Recommend when additional system resources are required or when existing resources should be retired Ensure all appropriate asset management functions are completed as required All other tasks as assigned by the IT site lead or IT manager Secondary Responsibilities Assist the help desk respond to end users requests/issues Qualifications Advanced degree with 5+ years of professional experience, 7+ with Bachelors, or 9+ without degree Senior Windows Domain experience Technical skills supporting a Windows environment including server setup, deployment, maintenance, and hardening Must also have a background/knowledge of Linux environment and administration Must have working knowledge of Agile principles and practices Understanding of configuration managed Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) CI/CD Pipelines Windows and Linux system administration System Security Implementations Network Attached Storage administration IBM Server Backup administration, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) Multi-Factor Authentication implementation OpenShift OpenStack VMware ESXI QAS/VAS Windows Active Directory Backup and Recovery Containers and Container Orchestration products Knowledge of Git, Nexus, Jenkins, Jira and Confluence Understand the concept of SaaS Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery and how it applies to IT and IT products Essential Requirements: US Citizenship is required. In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress. I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.