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See details below:\nAbout The Role:\nExpression is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator with expertise on Azure Cloud Operations to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Federal Spectrum Data Systems (FSDS) program within the Department of Commerce.\nNTIA's Office of Spectrum Management manages electromagnetic spectrum use for the Federal Government and operates national security and unclassified systems used to assign frequencies, maintain spectrum-use databases, review Federal telecommunications systems, and perform spectrum engineering assessments. The FSDS program supports NTIA's modernization of its spectrum-management systems through improved technologies, architectures, automation, and interoperability.\nThe Systems Administrator will provide Azure cloud operations and maintenance support for Secret and Unclassified spectrum IT systems, helping maintain their security, availability, performance, recoverability, and operational functionality. The position will work across Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments and support NTIA's transition of additional systems into production.\nLocation and Clearance:\nClearance: Active Secret clearance required\nLocation: Hybrid/on-site up to 3 days per week, or as required for classified work, at the Herbert C. Hoover Building, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230.\nAbout the Company:\nFounded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for their clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with their clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.\nResponsibilities:\nPerform day-to-day operations and maintenance of Azure environments supporting NTIA Secret and Unclassified spectrum systems.\nPerform system and application patching, backup validation and testing, account troubleshooting, licensing activities, scripting, and routine system administration.\nImplement and maintain applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and support remediation of identified security findings.\nMonitor Azure dashboards to identify infrastructure health issues, application or system performance degradation, and site-wide alerts.\nConfigure and maintain Azure Log Analytics Workspaces to support centralized log aggregation, alerting, dashboards, operational reporting, and troubleshooting.\nSupport security-focused implementations and technical initiatives across Azure environments.\nAssist the Task Order security team with technical information and updates required to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation.\nSupport POA&M remediation activities and resolution of identified vulnerabilities and security deficiencies.\nUtilize SIEM capabilities to collect, correlate, monitor, and analyze security events supporting threat detection, troubleshooting, and incident response.\nApply cloud networking knowledge to troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues and support infrastructure enhancements.\nOperate and maintain authentication and authorization infrastructure, including Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access policies, Virtual Networks, and associated service infrastructure.\nSupport Azure environment enhancements and configuration changes.\nMaintain data backups and recovery procedures for mission-critical systems and periodically validate recoverability.\nSupport database and data-management activities associated with operational systems.\nSupport operations across Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments.\nSupport data movement across security domains using the Azure Data Transfer Cross-Domain tool.\nSupport classified systems and SIPR network operations as required.\nConduct periodic Azure environment cost analysis and develop recommendations for cost optimization.\nMaintain operational functionality and availability for critical NTIA applications, including Spectrum XXI, IRACnet, FMRS, EL-CID Online, FWDP, and IQLink.\nWork independently and collaboratively within an Agile/Scrum environment to resolve incidents, implement changes, and sustain production services.\nMaintain accurate operational, configuration, security, and technical documentation.\nContribute to required contractual reporting and technical deliverables.\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science or a relevant field and 10+ years of systems administration experience.\n5+ years of 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support.\nExperience supporting ATO documentation and POA&M remediation activities.\nExperience with cloud networking and troubleshooting.\nExperience with scripting and systems-administration automation.\nCertifications:\nMust satisfy DoD 8140 IAT Level II requirements.\nCompTIA Security+ certification required.\nAzure Expert-level certification, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.\nProgram Deliverables:\nThe Systems Administrator may support preparation, maintenance, and technical inputs for:\nWeekly Activity Reports (WARs)\nContract Monthly Reports (CMRs)\nMonthly Risk Matrix\nInterim Progress Review (IPR) briefing materials\nMonthly Vulnerability Scan Reports\nQuarterly Authentication/Authorization System Status Reports\nMonthly Configuration Management Logs from Git repositories\nMonthly System Availability & Reliability Reports\nQuarterly Environment Cost Analysis Reports with 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