What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator with Security Clearance position at ECCO Select?

About Us ECCO Select is certified as a Women-owned, Minority-owned, Small Business Enterprise. Through best-in-class talent acquisition, IT program management, and being an established government contractor, ECCO Select specializes in providing people, process, and technology solutions for our clients’ needs. ECCO Select has experience in assisting our commercial and government clients successfully manage projects and programs that transform their business operations through a variety of IT solutions. We’re the talent behind the technology. To find out more about ECCO visit www.eccoselect.com. Position Overview : Job Title : Systems Administrator II

Job Group and Level : Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Division / Department : Secure DoD Business Network support

Reports to : Program Manager

Work Location : Crystal City, VA | Manassas, VA

Remote % : 0% Full Time on site

FLSA Status : Salary (Exempt)

You will work onsite in Crystal City, VA initially and then transition to onsite in Manassas, VA within the first year.

We offer competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, and much more.

Must have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary : The Systems Administrator II is responsible for supporting the administration and maintenance of IT infrastructures, including domestic and international data centers, for a large federal enterprise effort. This role involves working with server environments, implementing security measures, and ensuring system performance. The Mid-Level Systems Administrator will collaborate with senior administrators and other IT teams to support mission-critical systems and contribute to system improvements.

You will work onsite in Crystal City, VA initially and then transition to onsite in Manassas, VA within the first year.

Job Responsibilities :

Assist in the administration and maintenance of Windows and Linux servers, ensuring reliable system performance.
Support the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of operating systems and applications.
Work with virtualization technologies, such as VMware and Hyper-V, to support virtual environments.
Implement basic security measures, including system hardening and routine patching.
Assist with managing storage solutions (SAN, NAS) and backup / recovery operations.
Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery activities.
Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.
Troubleshoot and resolve routine system issues and respond to service requests.
Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to ensure system compatibility and integration.
Provide input on system design and enhancements, contributing to the improvement of the overall infrastructure.

Additionally in this position you will :

Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring high availability and performance.

Manage the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of operating systems, applications, and patch management processes.

Support virtualization environments, including VMware and Hyper-V, to optimize resource utilization.

Implement security measures, including access control, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation.

Manage storage solutions (SAN, NAS) and ensure effective backup and recovery operations.

Assist in system upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery planning and execution.

Develop and update documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting.

Troubleshoot complex system issues and respond to incidents to ensure timely resolution.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network, security, and application teams, to enhance overall infrastructure.

Contribute technical expertise to the design and implementation of new systems and infrastructure enhancements.

Qualifications :

Must have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.

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), ECCO Select will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in systems administration, working with both Windows and Linux environments.

Familiarity with managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy in enterprise environments.

Basic experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, or similar technologies.

Understanding of storage management, including SAN and NAS, and backup / recovery processes.

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.

Experience with basic scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell or Ansible, for routine tasks.

Awareness of IT security best practices and compliance standards like NIST or FISMA.

Good troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose and resolve basic system issues.

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Other :

Will be subject to a federal background investigation.

Work Environment This role can be physically and mentally challenging

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 :

Long and 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.

This job description is a summarization and overview of the essential functions and

Role responsibilities. It is not intended to be all-inclusive ECCO Select’s Comprehensive Benefits :

PTO Holidays

401(k) plan company match

Life & Health

Employee Assistance Program Our Commitment We would love to have you join our team! ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. ECCO Select’s policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law

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