SRC Inc. is currently seeking a Lead Systems Administrator. The selected candidate will serve as a Team Lead within the IT Technical Engineering team, working alongside IT team members to implement and maintain specialized server systems. This role involves providing support for users who rely on Linux and Windows operating systems. The candidate will mentor others by offering guidance, developing goals, providing feedback, and supporting the overall development of IT team members. What You'll Do Technical Responsibilities Implement and maintain IT systems, infrastructure and solutions Administer server-based user applications Contribute expertise in systems design planning sessions Research new technologies in line with business objectives Integrate new hardware and software into existing infrastructure Plan and implement patches, upgrades, and migrations Develop redundancy plans for critical systems Develop, implement, and maintain security controls and supporting documentation Security incident response, vulnerability and log assessments, and information assurance compliance scan Monitoring and performance tuning Support budgeting process to include system and resource planning activities Leadership Responsibilities Provide guidance to team members and leadership to efficiently prioritize tasks and project efforts Collaborate with IT Teams (apps, database, Security) and Stakeholders Proactively address team conflicts by demonstrating self-awareness, positive influence, and relationship management skills Collaborate with project managers and business partners to deliver Enterprise Governance projects Listen and recommend solutions to business partner requests and to IT management and Infrastructure Engineers Track progress of efforts underway (work management) through assisting others with creating schedules, reminders, and automated tickets (manage by objective) Lead initiative to continually improve existing processes in coordination with team by process modification while considering automation opportunities Goal planning and performance review delivery What You'll Bring Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field and 4+ years of experience in an enterprise IT infrastructure environment DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level 2 certification required (GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP, CCNA-Security or GICSP) or obtain within 6 months of employment Experience in administering both Linux and Windows operating systems. (Knowledge of VMware is a plus) Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery solutions (Experience with Veeam is a plus) Willingness to provide off-hours support to perform active monitoring, maintenance, patching and troubleshooting Proactive nature to include addressing issues promptly and opportunities continuously Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and lead efforts within a team Leadership qualities to include listening, coaching, and mentorship Proven track record of project delivery and aligning team efforts with organizational goals Occasional travel required (5%) Ways to Stand Out – Preferred Requirements Experience with IT automation / configuration management tools (i.e. Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), SALT, Ansible) Experience with integrating Linux systems into Active Directory environments Experience with secure infrastructure practices including DTA, secure build, and STIG implementation utilizing tools and process (i.e. STIG Viewer, SCAP, and EvaluateSTIG) What Sets Us Apart?
SRC, Inc., a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support. Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $101,000 to $139,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.
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