Systems Administrator 2

Are you ready to make a significant impact by supporting critical national security infrastructure? T-Rex Solutions is looking for a highly skilled Systems Administrator 2 to join our dynamic team at Ft. Meade, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
• This position is for System Administration support for development and production environments for a mission-critical Identity and Access Management(IdAM) system. Responsibilities include working with a team to obtain and configure Virtual Machines(VMs), loading Operating systems and software, performing security hardening, patching, and monitoring status. The position also will support ISSO and Issues.  Apply knowledge of computer operations, platforms, systems, architectures, functions, and terminology.  Independently read, write, and implement standard operating procedures and technical documentation.
• Experience with:
  • Configuration and Maintenance of Virtual Machines
  • Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Scripting languages (e.g. Bash, Perl)
  • OS and Software application patching (e.g. IAVA, Version updates)
  • Container Technologies (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Knowledge or skill relevant to computer operations
• Attention to detail and time management.

Requirements:

• 10 years of Systems Administration Experience

• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. 4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree for a total of 14 years.

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly

Desired Skills:

• Experience with:
  • IdAM directories (active directory and/or LDAP)
  • Ticket tracking tools (e.g. Jira, Redmine, RT Tracker)
  • Familiarity with Ansible and Mongo

T-Rex Overview

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

In compliance with pay transparency guidelines, the annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $172,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. T-Rex considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

T-Rex offers a diverse and collaborative work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including: PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date), paid parental leave, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, annual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment among other benefits.