Senior Systems AdministratorHelpdesk Engineer

Are you ready to be the technical backbone of a mission that matters Leidos is seeking a highly motivated Senior Systems Administrator/Help Desk Engineer to support a cutting-edge Agile software development program Chinook for an Intelligence Community this critical role youll ensure the stability security and performance of the environments that enable mission users and Agile teams to deliver capabilities that directly support national security.

As a trusted technical expert youll do more than troubleshoot systems youll solve complex challenges optimize infrastructure support cloud and on-premises environments and provide exceptional customer service to users operating in fast-paced mission-critical settings. Working side-by-side with software engineers DevSecOps specialists cybersecurity professionals and customer stakeholders youll play a key role in maintaining reliable operations while continuously improving the user experience.

If youre energized by solving technical problems collaborating with high-performing Agile teams and making a tangible impact through technology youll find an exciting opportunity to grow your career while supporting some of the nations most important missions.

This position requires deep technical expertise proactive leadership and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced classified environment. You will lead systems operations and ensure availability reliability and security of infrastructure supporting geospatial analytics software development and data services.

Note: Candidate will need to commit to covering the morning shift starting at 6 AM EST or covering the evening shift working until 10 PM EST.

Position may be performed in the following locations below. Please note Gaithersburg MD is the programs primary work location.

• Gaithersburg MD
• Alexandria VA
• Chantilly VA
• Englewood CO
• St. Louis MO
• Tucson AZ

Active Top Secret/SCI with the ability to successfully pass a Polygraph examination.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead system administration for Linux and Windows-based systems in secure mission-critical environments.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware software and end-user technical issues while serving as a primary IT support contact managing support tickets through resolution and delivering responsive customer service.
• Architect and manage complex server storage and virtualization infrastructure (VMware KVM).
• Perform OS installation configuration hardening and patching in compliance with DoD STIGs and agency policies.
• Monitor and tune system performance conduct root cause analysis and resolve complex issues quickly and efficiently.
• Support backup/recovery strategies disaster recovery plans and continuity of operations.
• Oversee and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure as code (Ansible PowerShell Bash etc.).
• Maintain system documentation configuration baselines and support CM and RM activities.
• Lead and support deployment of system enhancements and modernization initiatives for Chinook program.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity network engineering and software development teams to ensure system compliance and performance.
• Participate in security audits incident response and operational readiness activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• US citizenship is required per contract.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering Information Technology or related discipline and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (e.g. Security CE CASP CISSP).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud Azure Government) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS) and Windows Server platform system administration.
• Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware KVM) and management tools.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Ansible Bash PowerShell Python).
• Familiarity with STIG compliance system hardening ACAS scans and RMF processes.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking identity/access management and storage concepts.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot document and lead systems-related projects independently.
• Experience supporting IC or DoD classified environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting our customer or GEOINT missions.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and pipelines (Git Jenkins Docker etc.).
• Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions DNS DHCP Active Directory and PKI.

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