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Systems Administrator

Ardent Principles

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Hardware
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance
LOCATION: Chantilly, VA area

We're looking for a skilled and dedicated Systems Administrator to be the backbone of our client's technology infrastructure. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for optimizing performance and ensuring security in a Windows & Linux/CentOS Server environment, and have experience with technologies like Cisco ISE, Umbrella, and DNAC, we want you on our team.

With a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
  • System administration in Windows & Linux/Centos Server environment
  • Cisco ISE, Umbrella, DNAC
  • Familiarity with Apple IOS
  • Professional experience defining, requesting, configuring, and monitoring Cloud server architectures to include Amazon Web Server EC2, RDS, S3, and Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53 in a Tier 3 support environment.
  • Professional experience developing and implementing system upgrades
  • Identifying technical risks and risk mitigation strategies
  • Providing Operations & Maintenance, Tier 1-3 Support
  • Customer relationship management skills
  • Creating and updating procedures e.g., Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Travel between buildings may be requested.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
  • Using Agile management systems and methods such as Kanban or Scrum
  • Cisco Duo, Splunk and Meraki
  • Working in the DevSecOps environment e.g., CI/CD pipeline, cloud formation
  • Utilizing CLIs with Windows, AWS, Linux and Cisco environments.
  • Moving systems through the accreditation and authorization (A&A) process and monitoring for compliance.
  • Gathering evidence to support the A&A process e.g., POA&Ms.
  • Professional experience installing and configuring the Moodle Learning Management System.
  • Database engineering, development and administration.


What We Offer You

  • Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
  • Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
  • 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
  • Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!

About Ardent Principles, Inc

At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.

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