Senior Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

Xenith Solutions is a small family focused business where we focus on taking care of our employees and customers equally. We are focused on serving Federal / Civilian, Defense and Intelligence organizations with superior service. If you want to be a part of a rapidly growing business with an exceptional culture, then you want to be a part of the Xenith Solutions family. As a member of the team, you will provide associated technical support to DLA’s Enterprise Workflow Support Capability (EWSC) program consisting of a multi-tenant virtual infrastructure supporting approximately 1,000 end users world- wide and around the clock. The EWSC core architecture is currently built upon the Commercial Off-The Shelf (COTS) product RSA Archer version 6.4 and leverages Out of the Box (OOB) software configurations (with no customizations) to meet the Government’s needs. This contract covers support including cyber defense, information assurance, network operations and maintenance, lifecycle management, IT planning, system sustainment, system management, system integration, system administration, technical support, technical analysis and guidance, technical troubleshooting, testing and evaluation, software management, software configuration, data support and reporting, software inventory, application enhancement, service desk support, end user support, architectural and infrastructure management, audio visual and video teleconferencing, upgrade or technology change support, documentation support, training support. Responsibilities:
The Senior Systems Administrator serves as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for comprehensive system administration functions within the EWSC. This role involves coordinating and executing a wide range of system administration tasks, including supporting the Technical Support Services team with deploying systems in accordance with DLA lifecycle management policies as needed. The responsibilities of the Senior Systems Administrator include: Install, configure, and maintain COTS software products.
Identify and perform data migration efforts and/or interface requirements.
Perform system deployment and adherence to DLA lifecycle management policies and procedures, including (but not limited) support for software / technology refresh activities.
Install GFE, apply patches, manage file systems, monitor performance and troubleshoot alerts from monitoring tools as required.
Provide support for necessary interfaces to embedded systems such as data extraction and data insertion.
Conduct application regulatory change reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory changes.
Perform system failure analysis and recovery to ensure the consistency and integrity of file systems.
Maintain security postures as designated by the assigned Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
Provide, test, implement, and validate system security patching, software updates, service patches, upgrades, and configuration/policy changes while adhering to the DLA Configuration Management (CM) process to ensure full compliance with DoD Information Assurance (IA) Directives, Federal IA policies/regulations, internal DLA IA protocols, and JTF-GNO directives or Tasking’s as well as security implementation/compliance requirements (such as DISA Security Technical Information Guides (STIGs), Gold Disk, vulnerability Scans, etc.).
Configure and maintain system backups to conform to IA controls requirements.
Maintain the integrity of the system and provide audit trails / transaction logging.
Perform system / application diagnostics through the use of GFE to ensure availability and/or provide notification of problems to administrators. Qualifications:
Must possess current RSA Archer Administrator certification at time of proposal submission
Additionally possess one of the following Certifications
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator 2003
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer 2003
Microsoft .NET Framework 4
Microsoft .NET Framework 7
Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Server Administrator
Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Administrator
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert: Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Certified Solutions Master: Directory Services
Microsoft Certified Master for Windows Server 2008 Directory
Microsoft Certified Architect for Windows Server Directory Services
Certified Cloud Architect Associate
GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator
Security:
Sensitivity Level: IT-I – Critical Sensitive (TS) Clearance: TS Secret Experience:
Seven (7) years of experience in Information Processing,
Six (6) in specialized Information Processing disciplines involving a range of hardware/software solutions,
Four (4) hand-on experience in installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving issues with various software. Xenith Solutions LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business founded in 2019. We provide comprehensive, timely and relevant Solutions and Business Consulting support to our customers as a key partner. Our leadership brings over a century of combined experience in Defense and Civilian markets. Our employees possess experience in all aspects of solution development from requirements creation, development, test and evaluation, fielding, and sustainment. At the core of our offerings, we provide strategy and technology solutions, giving our customers valuable insights and thought leadership on the best application of information technology to drive business objectives. Xenith focuses on solving complex business challenges facing our customers. Our “Success Through Achievement” work ethic means our customer receive quality solutions through our commitment. We pride ourselves on tackling some of the most difficult operational requirements our customers have – ensuring an appropriate match between the mission requirements, financials, schedule, and security. EEO
Xenith Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. EEO IS THE LAW
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