What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator position at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)?
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled IT Systems Administrator to join the team in Huntsville, Alabama.
This role is critical to managing, maintaining, and securing IT systems and infrastructure that underpin mission-critical operations for Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. As an IT Systems Administrator, you will ensure the reliability, scalability, performance, and cybersecurity of IT systems while supporting multi-domain operations and open systems architectures.
Contract Overview
Golden Dome is a national-level, whole-of-nation initiative in which you will play a critical role in advancing next-generation homeland defense capabilities. If you are seeking a fast-paced position focused on developing innovative software for the Space-Based Interceptor mission, this opportunity is designed for you.
Key Responsibilities
System Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with 15 years’ related experience; Master’s degree preferred.
Required Security Clearance
We are seeking a highly skilled IT Systems Administrator to join the team in Huntsville, Alabama.
This role is critical to managing, maintaining, and securing IT systems and infrastructure that underpin mission-critical operations for Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. As an IT Systems Administrator, you will ensure the reliability, scalability, performance, and cybersecurity of IT systems while supporting multi-domain operations and open systems architectures.
Contract Overview
Golden Dome is a national-level, whole-of-nation initiative in which you will play a critical role in advancing next-generation homeland defense capabilities. If you are seeking a fast-paced position focused on developing innovative software for the Space-Based Interceptor mission, this opportunity is designed for you.
Key Responsibilities
System Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance:
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, hardware, virtual environments, and network devices to meet program needs.
- Manage servers, workstations, storage, and peripheral systems as part of a high-performance IT infrastructure.
- Monitor system performance and uptime using diagnostic tools, resolving issues promptly to minimize operational disruptions.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
- Implement and enforce security measures, including access controls, endpoint protections, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Perform security compliance tasks such as patch management, vulnerability assessments, and remediation activities in accordance with DoD standards (e.g., RMF, DISA STIGs).
- Maintain virtualized environments using hypervisor technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) to support program requirements.
- Support systems integration efforts, ensuring interoperability across hardware and software architectures.
- Develop and maintain backup and recovery procedures to minimize data loss and downtime.
- Test disaster recovery scenarios and support risk mitigation strategies.
- Maintain network connectivity, including configuration and troubleshooting of switches, routers, and firewalls.
- Support secure communication architectures to ensure the availability of critical data services.
- Generate and maintain technical documentation, such as system diagrams, SOPs, and user guides, ensuring accuracy and compliance with DoD policies.
- Ensure systems adhere to DoD authorization standards and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Coordinate with program stakeholders, engineers, and other IT professionals to align system capabilities with mission objectives.
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations for system improvements and upgrades.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with 15 years’ related experience; Master’s degree preferred.
Required Security Clearance
- Must have an Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- 5 years’ prior experience for access to Special Access Program Information (SAP), or Controlled Access Program (CAP); must have 1 year in the last 5 years.
- 15 years of experience as a Systems Administrator supporting mission-critical IT environments, preferably within DoD or aerospace programs.
- Proficiency in administering Windows and Linux-based operating systems.
- Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, routing) and network security practices.
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
- Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as RMF, DISA STIGs, and NIST 800-53.