CyberSecurity/SysAdmin

Systems Administrator II

Location: Atlanta, GA
Contract - 5 Months

Client - Georgia Power

Position Overview
The Systems Administrator II is responsible for administering, supporting, and optimizing network detection and response (NDR) sensors and network packet capture infrastructure. This role ensures the availability, integrity, and sustainability of critical security systems while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to maintain operational excellence.

This position requires strong Linux administration skills, cybersecurity knowledge, automation capabilities, and the ability to troubleshoot complex security infrastructure issues independently.

Key Responsibilities
Security Infrastructure Administration

Administer, support, and optimize Network Detection and Response (NDR) sensors

Maintain network packet capture infrastructure

Engineer and maintain resilient security infrastructure for sustainability and reliability

Execute hardware lifecycle activities including upgrades, replacements, and vendor‑recommended updates

Monitoring & Operational Support

Perform daily system monitoring, log reviews, and health checks

Ensure system availability, performance, and data integrity

Troubleshoot new and unfamiliar operational issues independently

Collaboration & Configuration Management

Work closely with detection engineering and network infrastructure teams

Ensure configurations meet business requirements and data accuracy standards

Support security research, assessments, presentations, and industry collaboration efforts

Automation & Process Improvement

Develop automation, processes, and procedures to improve operational efficiency

Support solution optimization initiatives

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR 3+ years of experience in system administration and operational support

Production experience supporting enterprise applications, systems, and server hardware

Working knowledge of computer networking concepts including:

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

NetFlow

System logging

Experience with:

Python

Linux CLI

Unix shell scripting

REST APIs

Ability to analyze complex security problems and design effective solutions

Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and share knowledge

Valid state driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Zeek-based Network Detection and Response (NDR) platforms

Experience with network packet broker or packet aggregation hardware

Strong understanding of current and emerging cybersecurity technologies

Experience with network administration and Cisco CLI commands

Familiarity with information security frameworks and compliance standards

Relevant cybersecurity certifications

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