DevOps System Administrator

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented DevOps Sys Admin / Scrum Master to join our growing MTC team!

In this role you will maintain Information Technology (IT) systems, infrastructure, and standard operating procedures for the systems continuing performance. You will support day to day operations, resolving issues for customer, server, storage, network, and mobile devices as they pertain to Information Technology systems. In addition, you will aid in resolving service desk issues and providing support for hardware complications. Install, update, and ensure functionality of operating systems and network components to improve integrity and efficiency.

The US Space Force is modernizing its tactical command and control enterprise through contract award by the Missile Track Custody (MTC) program. Join our team supporting this program to deliver the next generation, multi-plane, missile track constellation capability for the DoD and its Mission Partners.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct functional and connectivity testing to ensure continuing operability.
• Develop and document systems administration standard operating procedures.
• Maintain baseline system security according to organizational policies.
• Manage accounts, network rights, and access to systems and equipment.
• Plan, execute, and verify data redundancy and system recovery procedures.
• Install, update, and troubleshoot systems and servers.
• Comply with organization systems administration standard operating procedures.
• Implement and enforce local network usage policies and procedures.
• Manage system and server resources including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability.
• Monitor and maintain system and server configurations.
• Perform repairs on faulty system and server hardware.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software interface and interoperability problems.
• Scrum Master: 20% of time

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active DoD SECRET clearance
• B.S. in relevant field (Comp. Sci./Engineering, Software Engineering)
• 5 years of experience managing/supporting IT infrastructure with Linux/Unix based applications
• Tier 1 (Service Desk) problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems.
• Experience with Windows, Linux, Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and VMware
• Ability to demonstrate cyber/IT related experience with attention to detail, customer service, oral and written communication, and problem solving.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g. Security CE, CND, SSCP)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• 5 years' operations experience in an enterprise setting, including demonstrated O&M experience (backup/recovery strategies, advanced troubleshooting, patching, hardening, etc.)
• 5 years Linux administration expertise in RHEL 7 & 8 environment. Includes full management of installations, NFS & application configurations and troubleshooting of all aspects of Linux servers
• COTS Products: RedHat Satellite Server, RedHat IDM, VMware VSphere
• Familiar with working in an air-gapped network environment.
• Experience with maintenance and of authentication/authorization software e.g. Active Directory, Identity Management (IdM)
• Experience with DevSecOps tools and technologies (Ansible, Puppet, etc.) to automate system baseline configuration
• Experience with implementing security controls in accordance with NIST 800-53
• Agile Methodologies and comfortable working with Atlassian Tool Suite

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Secret

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 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:
$104,200.00 - $182,400.00

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, 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, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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!

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