SMX is looking for a System Administrator to work within a 24x7 Information Technology Team supporting the Patuxent River Data Center under the NAWCAD DNA division. This is a position that provides a great opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities

Work within a 24x7 team providing continual support and monitoring of computer systems by resolving or escalating problems that arise Apply monthly maintenance on Windows OS devices to mitigate vulnerabilities Ensure monitoring tools are on-line and providing necessary alerting to provide notification of events/incidents/problems Physical security monitoring for access control Installation and cabling of systems within a Data Center Assist with maintaining team documentation Monitor Ticketing System Queues for inbound requests and/or issues Perform shift turnover functions and ensure the next shift has knowledge of all outages, notifications, and tasks needed to complete shift responsibilities Interface closely with management team by providing necessary notifications Other tasks as assigned by the Data Center Management team Software updates and patching Monitor Data Center systems Ability to monitor related software/hardware, and perform monthly server maintenance Physical security monitoring for access control Tape transportation Maintain Team documentation Other tasks as assigned by the Data Center Management team

Required Skills and Experience

Clearance Required: Secret Ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance Knowledge of DoD Information Assurance practices, including Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) Must be able to interact with peers, management, and senior engineers in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experience and atmosphere in the workplace. 2-5 years IT related experience Experience with Windows OS DoD 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2) (Examples of minimum acceptable certifications-CCNA Security, CySA+, G SEC, Security+ CE, SSCP)

Desired Qualifications

Unix knowledge preferred Ability to be a self-starter and take on the initiative to learn more advanced operations and technologies

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Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts.

Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face.

SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information.  SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans. 

Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.