Advisory Systems Administrator

Overview

At FTI, we are united by one common mission: supporting those who protect our nation so they can make the best-informed decisions during critical moments when seconds count. We want you to bring your passion and expertise to contribute to that essential mission. We strive to incorporate our values to create a culture of collaboration and trust, where you can share your ideas and innovations. If you are inspired by making a positive impact through developing data-driven solutions, FTI would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about you.

We are hiring an Advisory System Administrator to support one of our United States Navy customers. This individual will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology, setting up and installing system hardware and applications, and providing ongoing support and administration of the systems. Take the next step in your career and grow your toolkit by joining a highly skilled and seasoned system administration team.

**This position will work 5 days per week on-site at Point Mugu in Ventura County, CA**
Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems and servers on the network.
• Install and upgrade computer components and software, and integrate automation processes (i.e., Windows servers/workstations, Log Management, etc.).
• Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing the impact of issues.
• Provide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for planning and implementing new/upgrades to the IT infrastructure.
• Perform regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
• Apply and maintain STIGs across operating systems to ensure baseline security compliance; manage and verify hardened system backups for rapid recovery.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required, including build guides/directives, to ensure reliable/repeatable system builds.
• Provide analysis to optimize and tune overall system performance.
• Assist site ISSO personnel with the configuration of the Log Management to ensure all audit data is being captured and proper alerts are set up for notifications of security-relevant events.
• Familiarity with databases and a readiness to assist the ISSO or DBA in performing periodic security reviews.
• Assist the ISSO in the ATO process by performing system hardening, remediating audit findings.

Education/Qualifications

Required:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Dept. of Defense Secret clearance.
• The ability to work 5 days per week on-site at Point Mugu in Ventura County, CA.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of System Administration experience.
• CompTIA Security+ ~OR~ CompTIA Cloud+
• One of the following Operating System Certificates: Microsoft, Linux, or Hypervisor (Cloud).
• Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Must have experience/knowledge of the following:
  • Microsoft Windows and Server.
  • RHEL Linux.
  • NAS implementation and management.
  • A solid understanding of Virtualization Concepts.
  • Working knowledge of DISA STIGS
  • Ability to read/write PowerShell scripts

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Information Systems from an ABET-accredited or NCAE-designated institution.
• Experience with any of the following:
• Navy ATO Experience
• VEEAM
• FIPS/CC implementation
• STIG Viewer
• Networking concepts.

For this role, the compensation range for candidates in California is $125k - $180K. Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience. FTI has a location-based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.

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