Systems Administrator

The Digital group at Leidos has a career opening for a Journeyman System Administrator on a DISA contract. This role is primarily on the customer site at Ft Meade, MD. Administrator will provide support for assigned systems supporting Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS). Primary Responsibilities Provide mid-level skillset for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment. Provide support for ticket escalation on major outages. Be able to work in a rapid paced environment at times. Provide strategic leadership and input with development partners to ensure customers understand emerging needs and technological advancements. Lead the onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments as needed. Interacts with Tier III support and evaluates vendor products. Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources. Creates, maintains, and implements detailed documentation and maintains standard operating procedures. Application of security settings and other commercial best Provides coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level technical staff. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of overall related experience with a Windows/Linux server environment. Additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree. Windows, Linux, and Solaris Server experience with an expertise in at least one. Extensive experience working with virtual environments using VMware and VDI practices. Currently possess an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI is required for this position. Currently possess DoD 8570 certification at least IAT level II, e.g. Security+ CE. Preferred Qualifications Integration of cyber security tools and systems with network performance, trouble ticketing, and security subsystems highly desired. Candidates with a thorough knowledge of networking principles to included TCP/IP a plus. Experience with a ticketing system such as ServiceNow ITIL v3 Foundation certified Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos