What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Administrator position at Varite, Inc.?
Job Details
Job Title: System Administrator
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Duration: 12 months
Work Mode: Onsite
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
A global risk management firm that provides a wide range of services to help organizations manage and mitigate risks in areas like security, investigations, compliance, and more.
Pay Rate Range: $80.00 - $88.83/hr on W2
Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
Position Overview
- Seeking a highly experienced System Administrator (SA) who will support mission-critical systems for a Federal customer at Fort Meade, Maryland.
- The SA is responsible for managing and maintaining complex mission systems in support of federal operations.
- This role involves configuring, troubleshooting, and securing systems across multiple environments, ensuring high availability and compliance with federal cybersecurity standards.
Key Responsibilities
System Management
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems (Windows/Linux) and applications.
- Manage system backups, patching, and updates.
- Monitor system performance and availability.
Security & Compliance
- Implement and enforce security policies and procedures.
- Support RMF documentation and compliance efforts.
- Respond to security incidents and conduct forensic analysis.
Technical Support
- Provide Tier 3 support for escalated technical issues.
- Collaborate with network engineers, ISSOs, and developers.
- Maintain system documentation and SOPs.
Automation & Optimization
- Develop scripts and tools to automate routine tasks.
- Optimize system configurations for performance and reliability.
Must Have:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: 7 years of system administration in secure environments.
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Salary : $80 - $88