Windows/Linux Systems Administrator
Laurel, MD

Job Description

Do you love to develop high complex solutions?

Are you searching for meaningful work in system administration support of Highly Classified networks?

Are you passionate about Information Systems Security Management?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a dedicated Systems Administrator to help us protect APL's information technology infrastructure.

As a member of our team, you'll contribute to IS Security Management and oversight of our Highly Classified information systems in support of Sponsor/Program needs. You'll join an impressive team of technical specialists who are motivated by one common goal. We are passionate about supporting our Program needs. You'll be an active contributor to the safeguarding of all APL's Sponsor network systems. With your help, we will provide information assurance, system administration, and systems engineering for mainly Windows and some Linux-based systems in multiple highly classified facilities. You'll independently identify and solve technical issues relating to Information Assurance system hardening (ensuring system availability, integrity, authentication and confidentiality).

As a Systems Administrator...

* Your primary responsibility will be to provide system administration, and systems engineering for Windows and Linux-based systems in multiple highly classified facilities
* You will configure, install, and maintain Windows/Linux computer systems in a stand-alone and networked environment
* You will participate in developing complex solutions for LAN and WAN environments
* You will lock down Windows/Linux computers in a mixed environment based upon classified security requirements
* You will run user accounts for Windows/Linux systems, reset passwords, and perform annual computer recertification
* Research, diagnose and resolve complex computer system software and hardware issues as they arise
* Perform and analyze weekly security audits for nonstandard events
* Implement backup solution and ensure a cohesive disaster recovery plan
* Provide input to security relevant documentation such as security CONOPS, Security Controls Traceability Matrix's, System Security Plans

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

* Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field or equivalent relevant work experience
* Have 2 years experience in Windows or Linux systems administration
* Experience working in a classified computer facility in information, intelligence, or security areas.
* Current SSBI required.
* Understanding of computer operating systems, hardware, and software.
* Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with managers and technical staff.
* Current DoD 8570 certification (Security or CISSP), or ability to obtain DoD 8570 certification within 6 months of employment required.
* Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

* Demonstrable experience working in or directly supporting the Department of Defense or other U.S. government entities desired.
* Working experience with VMware or other virtualization software.
* Skilled in Cisco networking equipment.
* Some practical experience with programming / scripting languages.
* Working familiarity with Director of Central Intelligence Directives (DCID) or Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) security requirements.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. With a wide selection of challenging, impactful work and a robust education assistance program, APL promotes a culture of life-long learning. Our employees enjoy generous benefits and healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.