Systems Administrator

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a IT "jack-of-all-trades" with a focus on AWS and VMware to be a key contributor to our team. You'll interact with and assist customers from various parts of USCYBERCOM. Imagine Next with Parsons!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Configure and support virtual environments including AWS and VMware
• Maintain various operating systems in a variety of users and activities
• Apply cybersecurity knowledge to configure IT equipment to proper security standards
• Install, troubleshoot, and manage applications, systems, and networks
• Test systems and resolve security vulnerabilities
• Participate in the government's Risk Management Framework (RMF) to maintain system accreditation
• Monitor product performance, conduct capacity planning, and fine-tune system performance
• Respond promptly to emergencies, troubleshoot faults, and implement improvements

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in related discipline
• 5+ years of relevant experience; additional experience and niche capabilities may be considered in lieu of degree
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Active DOD 8570 IAT Level 2 Certification (or higher)
• Strong system troubleshooting and debugging skills

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with designing, managing and deploying AWS services, including but not limited to EC2 (including Security Groups and Load Balancers), S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch while utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Experience using the AWS CLI, PowerShell, and/or Python, to identify and resolve issues in an AWS environment
• Experience building systems from the ground up - network architecture/systems engineering
• AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) 2012/2016 or related certifications
• Exposure to STIGs/IAVA

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We 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, 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.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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