System Administrator

EWA Government Systems, Inc., a Sigma Defense company, is seeking a System Administrator to augment the core team that develops and implements a variety of computer-based products for our military customers.

This position is in support of ongoing software development programs. The selected candidate will work in a structured, multidisciplinary team environment in Fairmont, WV.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• Experience as a System Administrator of LAN/WAN systems, systems maintenance, and systems monitoring and reporting.
• Linux experience.
• Strong understanding of virtual and physical networking configuration.
• Strong hardware, software, and network troubleshooting skillset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Bash, Python, and or Perl scripting.
• Experience with Ansible.
• Experience with Git-based environments.
• DoD 8750/DoN 5239 IAT Level II certification (Security + CE).

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active, DoD-issued Secret security clearance.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma and 5 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology or similar field of study.

Essential Job Duties (not all inclusive):

• Support ongoing software development programs.
• Provide proactive monitoring and maintenance of all machines and backups.
• Provide advice and training to end-users.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Conduct STIG reviews utilizing ACAS and manual checks to ensure DoD Security is being met.
• Work with ISSO/ISSM to monitor policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources: Security Policies and Procedures, Continuity Plan, and Incidence Response Plan.
• Collaborate with ISSO/ISSM to create and track POA&Ms, exceptions, and mitigations.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Flexible Spending – medical spending and dependent care
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including separate paid sick leave
• 9 Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary