Windows Systems Administrator
Laurel, MD

Job Description

Do you love contributing to complex technical projects?

Are you searching for meaningful hardware and software support work in collaborative team environment?

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

We are seeking a creative IT professional to help us support computing facilities that are instrumental to significant Department of Defense projects. We take great pride in contributing our hardware and software support to projects that help protect the nation. You will actively provide technical support for AMDS closed area computing facilities including: Multiple Domain System Administration; Server and Desktop clients, configuration of network and server environments, Active Directory, GPOs, Nessus (ACAS), system lock-downs in accordance DISA STIG's, manage system back-ups, patching, scanning and updating systems and servers on a monthly basis. We are a hardworking team of systems administrators and information security experts, who love working collaboratively to solve complex computing challenges. Our team is passionate about providing world-class IT services to the facilities and projects we support.

As a Windows Systems Administrator...

* Your primary responsibility will be to lead, manage, and administer classified computing facilities in accordance with current Risk Management Framework (RMF) rules and regulations. Your system administration support will include the management of large servers, SAN resources, applications, engineering applications, integration between Linux and Windows platforms, supporting existing hardware, and setting up Windows-based client systems with standard office tools, analysis tools, and desktop software.
* Provide technical support for AMDS closed area computing facilities including: Multiple Domain System Administration; Server and Desktop clients, configuration of network and server environments, Active Directory, GPOs, Nessus (ACAS), system lock-downs in accordance DISA STIG's, manage system back-ups, patching, scanning and updating systems and servers on a monthly basis.
* Leverage experience with NIST standards and Risk management.
* Develop and document standard operating procedures, process workflows, and architectural designs for the technology and facilities manage by ADX.
* Assembly of lab equipment, moving furniture, pulling cables, hardware repair, and working with plant facility people on AC and electrical issues.
* You will identify new hardware needs and be responsible for the proper assessment, implementation, and maintenance of approved Security Technical Implementation Guides and site-specific security protocols.
* You will provide hardware and software support for integration and execution of projects throughout the department. You'll meet with project managers to understand project scope and priorities and help identify and procure the required hardware/software.
* You will collaborate with Linux and storage system admins and information systems security officers on a range of diverse projects, including Powershell scripts for small, medium, and large disconnected networks and Splunk queries and custom pages for ongoing security and reviews.

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

* Possess a BS in an Information Technology field or a combination of equivalent level of relevant experience and education in the information technology domain area.
* Have extensive experience with Windows Server operating systems, including Active Directory, Group Policy, Powershell or Bash scripting, DNS etc. Experience managing small to medium Exchange implementations.
* Are an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with good interpersonal skills.
* Have the ability to independently analyze and identify project/program needs and develop high quality cost-effective solutions for addressing use of existing and future computing resources.
* Are able to obtain a Secret security 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.
* Are willing and able to travel occasionally to field sites on board Navy or research vessels to install and uninstall field test computer equipment.

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

* Associate degree and 2 years of system administration of windows operating systems in a networked environment or equivalent 4 years without degree.
* Experience with windows server Administration, Group Policy management, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, DNS, TCP/IP, LDAP, etc.
* Experience with DISA STIGs, SCAP, POAMs, ACAS (Nessus), Microsoft Patch Management, etc.
* Experience with NIST standards and Publications and/or Risk Management Framework (RMF).
* Have previous experience with Splunk management and query/dashboard development, desktop and server operating systems, Hyper-V, dedicated storage, office products, database administration, and scientific applications.
* Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance and Security Certification is required.

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.