Actalent
Systems Administrator
Actalent, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Job Title: Systems AdministratorJob Description
As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for the administration of Microsoft servers, workstations, and network infrastructure. You will perform troubleshooting, break-fix activities, patching, and remediation of servers and workstations, along with system audit log reviews. You will also handle updates, patch management, and troubleshooting of Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, ensuring system security and access to trusted updates. Additionally, you will manage the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) System Administration, including installing and configuring software and hardware as required.
Responsibilities
Managing network servers and technology tools.
Setting up accounts and workstations as required.
Troubleshooting issues and outages.
Upgrading systems with new releases and software installs.
Conducting server builds.
Analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving system hardware, software, and networking issues.
Applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) as required.
Managing Microsoft Active Directory, GPO management, Certificate Administration, and related services.
Communicating detailed technical information on troubleshooting and implementation efforts.
Planning, coordinating, implementing, and maintaining oversight for all aspects of the IS infrastructure.
Installing, supporting, and maintaining servers or other computer systems, and planning for and responding to service outages and other problems.
Assessing current system posture and proposing specific hardware, software, firmware, and basic input/output system (BIOS) upgrades.
Scripting or light programming, project management for systems-related projects, supervising or training computer operators.
Assisting with the planning, installation, and upgrades for all AWS hardware and software applications in accordance with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), and local working directives.
Researching and making recommendations for upgrades to system hardware infrastructure and applications to ensure continuous operations while maintaining desired performance and service.
Working as an integrated team member in a highly dynamic operationally sensitive environment providing mission critical data to the war fighter.
Communicating and coordinating across the whole team for cyber-related issues.
Staying current with Government and industry trends, laws, and standards and recommending methods to meet requirements.
Collaborating with configurations management to develop and maintain authorized software lists for all types of systems assigned.
Essential Skills
Experience with system administration, Windows administration, and STIGs.
Familiarity with Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) systems.
Ability to automate tasks using PowerShell.
Experience with virtual machine technologies (e.g., ESXi, VCenter, Vsphere).
Database experience (MS SQL, PostgreSQL).
Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS.
An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Desired Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CASP, C|EH, CHFI.
An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility is required.
AAS/BA/BS preferred.
Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field of study, or 5 years equivalent experience.
Work Environment
This role requires configuring, managing, and troubleshooting TAK applications to support operational requirements, ensuring continuous functionality for mission-critical tasks. You will work in a highly dynamic, operationally sensitive environment providing mission-critical data. The ability to maintain an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is essential.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for the administration of Microsoft servers, workstations, and network infrastructure. You will perform troubleshooting, break-fix activities, patching, and remediation of servers and workstations, along with system audit log reviews. You will also handle updates, patch management, and troubleshooting of Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, ensuring system security and access to trusted updates. Additionally, you will manage the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) System Administration, including installing and configuring software and hardware as required.
Responsibilities
Managing network servers and technology tools.
Setting up accounts and workstations as required.
Troubleshooting issues and outages.
Upgrading systems with new releases and software installs.
Conducting server builds.
Analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving system hardware, software, and networking issues.
Applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) as required.
Managing Microsoft Active Directory, GPO management, Certificate Administration, and related services.
Communicating detailed technical information on troubleshooting and implementation efforts.
Planning, coordinating, implementing, and maintaining oversight for all aspects of the IS infrastructure.
Installing, supporting, and maintaining servers or other computer systems, and planning for and responding to service outages and other problems.
Assessing current system posture and proposing specific hardware, software, firmware, and basic input/output system (BIOS) upgrades.
Scripting or light programming, project management for systems-related projects, supervising or training computer operators.
Assisting with the planning, installation, and upgrades for all AWS hardware and software applications in accordance with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), and local working directives.
Researching and making recommendations for upgrades to system hardware infrastructure and applications to ensure continuous operations while maintaining desired performance and service.
Working as an integrated team member in a highly dynamic operationally sensitive environment providing mission critical data to the war fighter.
Communicating and coordinating across the whole team for cyber-related issues.
Staying current with Government and industry trends, laws, and standards and recommending methods to meet requirements.
Collaborating with configurations management to develop and maintain authorized software lists for all types of systems assigned.
Essential Skills
Experience with system administration, Windows administration, and STIGs.
Familiarity with Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) systems.
Ability to automate tasks using PowerShell.
Experience with virtual machine technologies (e.g., ESXi, VCenter, Vsphere).
Database experience (MS SQL, PostgreSQL).
Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS.
An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Desired Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CASP, C|EH, CHFI.
An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility is required.
AAS/BA/BS preferred.
Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field of study, or 5 years equivalent experience.
Work Environment
This role requires configuring, managing, and troubleshooting TAK applications to support operational requirements, ensuring continuous functionality for mission-critical tasks. You will work in a highly dynamic, operationally sensitive environment providing mission-critical data. The ability to maintain an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is essential.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.