System Administrator

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Visual Analytics team in Key West, FL of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) to provide expertise in the design and operation of infrastructure to support the operation and needs of systems and applications, provide strategy to design and build infrastructure plans based on business requirements, and oversee the implementation of new system technologies. Your working location will be fully on-site in Key West, FL. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. Systems Administrators maintain the integrity of various computer systems including operating systems, physical servers, appliances, and specialized application environments; administer, install, and troubleshoot a variety of technical components, perform systems maintenance tasks such as resource utilization checks and back-up and recovery; perform configuration changes to address customer needs; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; monitor and maintain software licensing and maintenance agreements. Install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and support systems and software Develop plans, schedules, and requirements for deployment of systems Create custom programs and scripts to aid in systems management Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues and/or respond to outages Resolve service-related issues; determine immediate economic and financial consequences of an incident Test and implement upgrades and patches to installed operating systems and software Maintain reliability of systems by monitoring, running tests, and troubleshooting Monitor backups and plans for installed systems; review adequacy of emergency response plans Monitor, maintain, and execute automation processes and procedures Monitor threats, alerts, security vulnerabilities; conduct regular reviews of security against policy goals Evaluate organizational vulnerabilities within assigned area of responsibility Manage, research, and resolve complex end-user escalation incidents Evaluate and recommend new or existing system improvements and/or solutions Create and maintain system documentation of departmental processes, procedures, plans, and configurations May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management Minimally requires a Bachelors' degree and 3 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Required experience/knowledge include: Enterprise level administration of both Windows and Linux systems Exposure to or experience operating within a DoD type environment; including knowledge in NIST/ISO standards, DoD directives, and regulatory requirements (800-171/53 and STIGs) A current security related certification (Security, CASP, CySA, or similar) Experience implementing and maintaining a DevSecOps workflow Preferred experience/knowledge includes: VMware and ESXi Linux & Windows administration Automation of administration tasks with Apache NiFi and similar tools Containerization technologies to include Docker and Podman Active TS/SCI clearance ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. You will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $76,700.00 - $115,100.00 Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) . Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. 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