System Administrator (Centreville)

Top Secret IT - Hardware Position

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Job Description : What You'll Be Doing :

• Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability.
• Administer Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls, to ensure secure and efficient network operations.
• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of ESX / VMware and Hyper-V virtual environments.
• Utilize Ansible for automation of system configurations, deployments, and updates.
• Manage and support cloud environments, including AWS and Microsoft Azure, ensuring secure and efficient cloud operations.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement necessary updates and patches.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures, including those specific to classified environments.
• Perform regular backups and recovery operations to safeguard critical data.
• Collaborate with other IT and security teams to integrate and secure systems within the classified environment.
• Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to users and other IT staff as needed.
• Understand and apply the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to ensure systems are secure and compliant.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for system administration tasks.
• Work closely with the Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to address security requirements and support accreditation efforts.

What Required Skills You'll Bring :

What Desired Skills You'll Bring :

Security Clearance Requirement : An active Top Secret SCI w / Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

Salary Range : $120,800.00 - $217,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.