Systems Administrator

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Job Description:

Our team is looking for a Systems Administrator to focus on the development, security, and administration of a wide variety of systems and environments. You will be responsible for deploying and configuring software and hardware releases to unclassified/classified environments. You will also be responsible for maintaining these systems, configuring both operating systems and software products, as well as installing required software patches and security updates for the systems. In addition, you will provide support by resolving system problems, creating and troubleshooting accounts, providing system backups, and performing system maintenance. You will have the opportunity to participate in real-world, cutting-edge systems which are changing how the Space community is doing business.

The qualified candidate must have strong communication and troubleshooting skills along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be supporting a team of senior leaders at two Government office locations in Colorado Springs, CO.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline or experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree
• Five years of Information Technology System Administration experience
• Support common Operating Systems (e.g., Windows Server/Workstation, Linux) and address complex technical problems and provide innovative solutions
• Proven customer service, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues to maximize efficiency of IT systems
• Experience in configuring and managing various hardware environments and platforms as well as ensuring the system security posture is maintained
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (Firewall, Wi-Fi, and VPN setup)
• Experience with client account management support (e.g., Windows Active Directory, GPO, Exchange server, DNS, application upgrades)
• Experience designing and defining system architecture for information technology environments
• Experience implementing basic security, backup, and redundancy strategies
• Experience with supporting ticketing systems to organize and distribute incoming customer service requests and ensure Service Level Agreements are consistently achieved
• Effective at establishing and maintaining work relationships with team members and customers
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment, taking the initiative to learn new tools and concepts quickly, and the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
• Must be a US citizen due to DoD contract requirements
• DoD 8570 Certification (Security+, CISSP etc.)
• Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with scripting languages such as Windows Powershell and Unix shell for troubleshooting and automation of routine tasks to increase efficiency
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top 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 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: 

$96,400.00 - $168,700.00

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, 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!