NOTE: A TS/SCI with FULL SCOPE POLYGRAPH IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

Who we are...

August Schell offers 30 years of experience in providing our customers innovative solutions and engineering services to their most challenging needs. We thrive on navigating complex IT difficulties and are driven to find the best solutions for our customers. Our team delivers expert knowledge in cyber security, big data, endpoint security and cloud solutions. Our ability to serve our customers with continued excellence is a direct reflection of our dedicated and exceptional people. At August Schell, we are not only a team, we are family. 

What we are looking for…

A strong Windows and Linux Systems Administrator who is comfortable working in a fast-paced complex IT environment and simultaneously providing excellent troubleshooting and user technical support. In this role you will be developing solutions for system engineering, deployment, and maintenance capabilities. We are looking for an energetic, focused, and motivated candidate who can adapt to a constantly changing environment.

What you will do...

• Manage and maintain a complex server-based enclave. Performing and mitigating system scans, vulnerability management activities, and active directory configuration.

• Plan and implement IT enhancements needed for system optimization. 

• Identify and remediate hardware and/or software issues.

• Create and update clear, concise, and accurate incident resolution documentation.

• Support overlapping projects and maintain good inter-departmental relations. 

• Communicate and publish statuses of system outages, as needed.

• Manage information assurance vulnerability alerts (IAVAs) and system security scanning of equipment suites in accordance with System Security Plans. 

• Actively identify and initiate IAVA responses and system security scans for remediation, deploy IAVA patches and/or security updates for designated sites, and execute monthly security scans. 

• Maintain a 24/7 presence for system administration and maintenance support. 

What you will bring...

• TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance. 

• 8570 IAT II minimum (Sec or equivalent). 

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience providing support for users and monitoring/optimizing systems in infosec environments.

• At least 5 years of experience in Linux or Unix server administration using RHEL and/or CentOS within an enterprise environment. 

• At least 2 years working on Cisco and/or Juniper network switches, routers, and firewalls (or similar enterprise vendors).

• Hands-on experience managing YUM repository.

• Advanced PowerShell or Bash scripting. 

• Practiced understanding of software and security architectures such as Windows/Linux operating systems, VMware architecture (vSphere/vCenter), HP OpenView, and/or Windows Server 2012-2019 upgrades. 

• Thorough understanding of advanced security protocols and standards, and information security principles and best practices. 

• Independent thinker with ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to support planned after-hours activities, on occasion.

• Ability to travel, on occasion, for short duration to non-hostile locations to complete tasks such as system upgrades and installs. 

Stand out with...

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university. 

• Experience documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification. 

• Experience using Splunk tools in infrastructure planning, data collection and comprehension, development, integration, configuring data inputs and forwarders, data management, and/or monitoring.

• Experience with Network Security Technologies such as Multiple Domain, PKI, SSP, and/or Vulnerability Assessment.

• Experience with High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) devices for in-line Network Encryption. 

• Experience with Puppet, Docker/Rancher, SALT. 

All are welcome...

August Schell is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We believe that diversity, inclusion, and recognizing that our employees bring unique differences, perspectives, and ideals that are the backbone of our success. We welcome all persons and the talent they have to offer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

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