Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time System Administrator to join our dynamic team located at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The System Administrator's primary function will be to support the cloud-based development environment of a state-of-the-art sensor exploitation solutions for the defense and intelligence community.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with platform end users to resolve issues in a virtualized desktop environment
• Construct, test and install Salt Stack packages, utilize Salt to manage the VDI for both Windows and Linux
• Manage system remote access utilizing both Citrix and Guacamole
• Participate in projects that add new features or improve existing capabilities
• Construct Microsoft Windows and Linux virtual machine images that meet STIG requirements
• Participate as a key member of the DevSecOps / Cloud Services team; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen* 5 years of experience in Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration
• TS/SCI clearance preferred
• Experience with Citrix
• Systems Management such as Salt, Ansible, Intune, or other tools
• Experience with Azure and other cloud platforms
• Security certification or other DODD 8570 IAM Level II Certification required
• Utilization of critical thinking and innovation skills
• Must be able to work as part of a small, fast-moving team
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.