Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure and Engineering Team establishes and maintains the technology infrastructure and application support services required by our analysts to deliver timely, objective, and cost-effective analysis. We design, develop, and deploy hardware- and software-based solutions in close coordination with SPA’s client-facing groups all while implementing the necessary measures to ensure network security and protect customer data.
SPA has an immediate need for a Systems Administrator to support our corporate infrastructure applications and services.
ResponsibilitiesThe Systems Administrator will be responsible for installation, configuration and support of servers, operating systems, cloud resources and databases. Responsibilities include building, installing and configuring physical and virtual servers; deploying and testing operating system updates, application troubleshooting, performance tuning and monitoring; developing sever and application maintenance procedures; documenting system architectures; managing endpoints using Microsoft Intune.; assisting in the administration of enterprise-wide applications such as Microsoft 365 and SharePoint in an Active Directory /Azure hybrid environment; applying foundational knowledge of data center hardware and networking technologies as they relate to application functionality to resolve complex technical issues; interfacing with vendors to troubleshoot and repair equipment; and other duties as assigned. This position also requires the ability to communicate ideas, issues, technical solutions, and processes clearly to both junior- and senior-level colleagues.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical discipline (may substitute with a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience).Five or more years of system administration experience with Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022) operating systems and in-depth knowledge of Active Directory, MS Entra ID, and Group Policy. Three (3) or more years of experience managing Microsoft enterprise applications such as Microsoft 365, Intune, Exchange, SharePoint, and other supporting technologies.Three (3) more years of experience supporting a hybrid Azure / on-premises environment.At least (1) year experience working and maintaining enterprise center class compute, storage solutions, and networking components.Three (3) years of experience deploying and maintaining a private cloud using platforms such as Hyper-V, and/or VMWare.Ability to lead projects, self-manage time, and work both independently with minimal oversight and collaboratively in a team environment.Must be eligible to obtain or have active DoD SECRET clearance and must maintain clearance while employed with SPA.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience managing and monitoring endpoints with Microsoft Azure Intune Some experience with managing and configuring Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Familiarity with security frameworks such as CMMC, NIST or FISMA.Ability to think abstractly, solve complex problems, and automate tasks using in common scripting languages such as PowerShell.DoD approved 8570 certification(s) for IAT/IAM Level II. Acceptable certifications include (but are not limited to) the following: CCNA Security, SySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP, CAP, CASP CE, CISM, CISSP, GSLC. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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