Systems Administrator

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a System Administrator. As the System Administrator, you will support the Strategic Warning and Space Surveillance Directorate. In collaboration with the Office of the Chief Scientist, their mission is to ensure facilities are installed with the most recent technology and are in continued compliance with DoD standards.   This is a full-time position at Peterson SFB, in Colorado Springs, CO with telework flexibility for local candidates – subject to change per the customer’s discretion.   Why work with us?

Apogee Engineering, LLC is a provider of research, engineering, operations, software, cyber, intel, training, technical services, financial and administrative expertise across an array of DOD and Federal Civilian customers. Our company was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference for our customers and our people. Apogee’s culture is infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, which has propelled us into the ranks of an elite small business company. Apogee is known for an unwavering dedication to our client's success, a warm and employee-centric work environment, and an enthusiasm to provide the right solution at the right time.  

What you'll be doing

• Developing and maintaining computer security programs ensuring components are secured physically and logically. This shall incorporate vulnerability management, patch management programs, system backup, and auditing programs.
• Ensure systems operate within the current security guidelines, with the approved hardware/software with up-to-date patches and version releases.
• Installation, configuration troubleshooting, and maintaining system configurations of all hardware and software in assurance of overall system confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Implementation of required Information assurance vulnerability alert (IAVA) NOTAMs and Mission Tasking Orders affecting the system baseline.
• Utilize Vulnerability Management guidelines and conduct system scans to include but not limited to Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) document results and initiate corrective actions.
• Manages user accounts, firewalls, and patches, responsible for access control, passwords, and account creation and administration, shall be responsible for organizing, modifying, and supporting all the devices incorporated within the architectural boundary of the system.
• Oversee all system internal networks, including maintaining the operating systems, applications, security tools, upgrade of software, associated hardware, and anti-virus.
• Monitor system performance, diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and system issues, analyze system logs, and identify potential issues with computer and network systems.
• Performs system backups and recovery tasks, troubleshoots problems reported or from system analysis, initiates actions to isolate issues, and replaces and upgrades defective or outdated components.
• Maintain a network of virtual and physical machines, systems and virtual servers, computers, firewalls, routers, managed switches, intrusion detection systems, and the entire computer-based infrastructure.
• Perform network address assignment and assign configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services and manage system accounts.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:  
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen 
Clearance: Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, eligible to obtain a Top Secret clearance, and be able to maintain it
Education: High School Diploma Years of Experience: Fifteen (15) years of directly related experience; including eight (8) years of DoD experience Additional experience: 

• Have the advanced knowledge, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform tasks related to the technical/professional discipline as a senior Test Engineer
• Possess the ability to oversee and guide the efforts of junior and mid-level engineers
• Have a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply systems and test engineering standards, procedures, and practices
• Ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to the area of expertise
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines
• Windows and RPM-based Linux distribution experience
• Working understanding of Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM). 

Preferred Qualifications:  Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance
Certification: System Administration certifications based on DoD 8570 IAT  Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical discipline; including five (5) years of DoD experience; OR,
• Master’s in a related field and ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical discipline; including five (5) years of DoD experience  

Additional experience: 

• Windows and RPM-based Linux distribution experience 
• Working understanding of Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM).

Additional Information: Location:  Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs CO - Building 2025 Hybrid: Telework capabilities for local candidates (percentage of telework allowed will vary based on the customer's discretion) Travel: Travel may be required to CONUS locations (approx. 10%)   Benefits & Compensation:

•  Apogee offers two medical plans, a high deductible health plan with an HRA and a traditional POS plan with co-pays, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves. Regular part-time employees scheduled for twenty-four or more hours per work week are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis.
• The base pay for this position is $90,000 to $131,000 across the U.S. There is also a different range applicable for specific work locations. Base pay is based on several factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, training, and education.