Principal System/Network Administrator

Cepeda Systems and Software Analysis, a rapidly growing small company in Huntsville, AL, is currently seeking a Principal System/Network Administrator.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Responsible for administration of classified and unclassified systems and networks IAW applicable MDA and DoD guidance.
• Ensures IT systems and networks are fully functional for all operational and support activities.
• Provides technical advice in relation to IT processes and operations based on applicable MDA and DoD security provisions, technical guidance, and documented instructions.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining user accounts, profiles, privileges and overall network and system security.
• Anticipates IT related issues and implements proactive preventive measures.
• Develops, sustains, and updates documentation for Information Technology processes and procedures.
• Performs regular and on-demand system backups and recoveries.
• Maintains IT databases and performs programming tasks in relation to system administration.
• Researches, evaluates, and recommends new and emerging IT systems technologies to advance and support MDDC Program requirements.
• Supports the work of other staff engaged in system and network administration functions.
• Provides technical leadership in the integration and testing of complex large-scale networks.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• US Citizenship required
• Active Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• At least 15 years of relevant work experience
• CompTIA Security certification
• Deep understanding of network administration tools, techniques, and methods
• Proficient in Windows Operating Systems 2010 and Windows Server 2008 R2/2012R2/2016/2019
• Fundamental knowledge in networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP)
• Must be able to work with minimal oversight and possess abilities to communicate effectively through all levels within the organization working closely with project leads and other team members

Benefits and pay range:

CSSA offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid leave and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, short-term disability, long-term disability, and company-paid life insurance.

About CSSA:

Formed as a corporation in 2001, we are a HUBZone, woman-owned small business. We focus on serving DoD, NASA, and the commercial sector, our services span the complete product life cycle from concept to software development to product release. Our services include software engineering, systems engineering, and process improvement.

We are passionate about meeting customer requirements while minimizing costs and maximizing performance. We have achieved a rating of Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Level 3 for services and development. We have a 100% customer satisfaction rating and have won numerous awards at the local and national level. We are also extensively involved in the community and make generous charitable contributions.

Cepeda Systems and Software Analysis, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Prospective an/or new employees will be required to adhere with CSSA's COVID-19 policy. Customer site requirements will take precedence over CSSA's policy.