By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.
Position OverviewBy Light is seeking a System Administrator to join our Operations and Maintenance Team. The Administrator will work on an integrated team of system administrators, database administrators, system engineers, and application support professionals on the Identity and Access Management (IAM) Enterprise Sustainment Services (ESS) program for our government client.
Responsibilities Install, configure, patch and deploy RHEL servers and systems, ensuring they meet organizational requirements.Manage user accounts, permissions, ensuring proper user access controls.Manage network infrastructure, hardware capabilities, testing protocols, and software development.Implement and maintain robust security measures, including firewalls, access controls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures to protect critical data and systems. Install, update, and manage software packages, ensuring system stability and security. Create and maintain technical documentation, including operating instructions, user guides, and installation instructions.Provide feedback, document workflow deficiencies, and identify process improvements.Maintain scripts for simple repetitive system administrative tasks.Perform system installations, operating system patching, and maintenance, ensuring compliance with VA security guidelines.Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve system issues, providing timely and effective solutions.Implement automation using tools like Ansible to streamline repetitive tasks and improve efficiency. Required Experience/Qualifications At least 7 to 10 years of experience in system administration.Knowledge of Cloud infrastructure, experience with RHEL systems.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.Experience with major incident response and crisis management.Demonstrated ability to work independently or under general direction.Ability to manage and prioritize tasks.Familiarity with VA policies and procedures is a plus.Customer-focused mindset. Preferred Experience/Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.Active VA Clearance preferred but not required.Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services.IBM Security Verify Access (ISVA), IBM DataPower, and SiteMinder experience preferred.Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies. Special Requirements/Security Clearance Must be able to obtain a Public Trust. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeedBy Light recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Wellness Program 401(k) Matching Disability (Short Term & Long Term) Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Education & Training Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)By Light is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, veteran status, disability, and any other protected class in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
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