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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Journeyman System Administrator to join our team! In this role you will get deploy and configure software releases as well as being responsible for maintaining the systems, configuring both operating systems and software products, and installing required software patches and security updates to the systems for Defensive Cyber Operations.
What You'll Be Doing:

• Participating in SAFe Agile Software Development and/or Mission Deployment teams deploying Defensive Cyber Operations software, systems, and networks, in a SAFe construct.
• Implements and manages all systems, applications, security, and network configurations.
• Resolves network performance issues and establishes a disaster recovery plan.
• Recommends upgrades, patches and new applications and equipment.
• Provides technical support and guidance to users.
• Relies on knowledge and professional discretion to achieve goals.
• Strong ability to produce and maintain varied technical documentation
• 100% onsite is required in Colorado Springs, CO

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or other relevant Engineering field from an accredited university with minimum 3 years of experience
• Ability to obtain and hold a Secret clearance
• Must have 1 DoD 8570.01/8140.03 Certification: CompTIA Security , CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA ), Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GISCP), GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), Certified Network Defender (CND), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security, or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Provide tier 2 and 3 technical support
• Develop and document system administration standard operating procedures
• Manage system and server resources including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability
• Troubleshoot hardware/software interface and interoperability problems
• Identify and create automated solutions for systems using Bash scripting, and Python

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Masters Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or other relevant Engineering field from an accredited university
• Top Secret OR interim/active Secret with ability to get Top Secret
• STIGs, ACAS, HBSS or other cyber related skills
• Familiarity with Defensive Cyber Operations Concepts

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range:
$68,400.00 - $119,700.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company's core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ .
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!