Junior Systems Administrator

Professional Services Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland


Description

JOB SUMMARY 
In this role, you will analyze existing systems and maintain, define, design, develop, and implement moderately complex technical products and systems.  
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES:  
  •  Analyze system architecture and develop solutions to issues within the constraints imposed by the limitations of the current hardware 
  • Participate in gathering functional and performative requirements for all business-related matters, products, and services that are associated with federal customers and GSI Service Group 
  • Manage Linux systems hosted on both bare metal hardware and virtual machines, including the applications, processes, and services that the system supports or may support in the future 
  • Design and implement solutions on systems that host both new and legacy technology in accordance with current regulation and mission requirements 
  • Review system logs and identify potential issues 
  • Monitor the day-to-day operational status of all applications as defined by the mission requirements 
  • Install government-provided software patches and updates to managed systems 
  • Install and configure new systems and platforms 
  • Perform security management functions in accordance with reports generated both internally and by federal organizations 
  • Discuss alternative solutions when current software or application implementation does not fully meet mission criteria, causes system instability, or poorly manages resource allocation 
  • Familiar with POAMs, STIG Checklist, government processes and procedures 
  • Respond to security incidents promptly and with purpose 
  • Communicate effectively with users, customers, team members, other IT professionals, and management. 
  • Be responsible, autonomous, and seeking to improve your own level of knowledge 
  • Investigate current security concerns and exploits within the IT and software development communities 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS 
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience 
  • 1+ years of experience in System Administration or a related field 
  • Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL database management is preferred
  • Experience with a variety of administrative tools and technologies,  
  • Strong understanding of security principles, vulnerability analysis, and permission control
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Experience with administration of Linux servers inclusive of applications, processes the system supports. 
  • DoD 8570 IAT II compliant (Security+ certified preferred, etc.) 
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a T3/T5 security clearance

GSI Service Group Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that consciously builds inclusive teams and is proud to support a diverse environment that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.