Bluestaq
Technology
SeniorSystemsAdministrator
“Senior Systems Administrator at Bluestaq. Skills: Systems administration, Cloud computing, Automation, Security. Maintain system networks integrity. Perform daily maintenance”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting; Debugging; Curious approach; Investigative approach
Support 24/7 operations, Shift work, On-call rotations, Active DoD Secret clearance, Active DoD Top Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship required, Background screen, Credit check, Prolonged sitting, Working on computer, Lift up to 15 pounds
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years systems administration/IT experience with Bachelor's degree, Associate degree with 4 years experience, High School Diploma/GED with 6 years experience, Willing to support 24/7 operations, Active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance, Proficient Linux systems administration, Hands-on Active Directory administration, Experience with cloud IAM tools, Working knowledge of system vulnerabilities, Solid networking fundamentals, Working experience with automation/IaC tools, Experience with cloud computing concepts, AWS component stack troubleshooting, Hands-on Atlassian tools experience, Experience with help desk/ITSM systems, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills, Active CompTIA Security+ certification
Nice to Have
CISSP or CEH certification, Advanced Ansible, Terraform, or Kubernetes usage, Linux certifications, Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Familiarity with DevSecOps practices
What You'll Do.
Maintain system networks integrity
Perform daily maintenance
Monitor networking problems
Monitor systems issues
Troubleshoot applications
Troubleshoot networking problems
Troubleshoot systems issues
Serve as escalation point
Administer Active Directory
Manage role-based access controls
Manage user/group policy
Support cloud IAM tools
Support IAM practices
Build automation workflows
Maintain automation workflows
Perform software installations
Perform system installations
Perform routine automation
Perform cybersecurity risk mitigation
Ensure reliable access
Maintain documentation
Coordinate with security teams
Coordinate with compliance teams
Ensure systems meet DoD standards
Ensure systems meet hardening requirements
Support 24/7 operations
Contribute to knowledge sharing
Identify issues proactively
Anticipate roadblocks
Escalate appropriately
Take responsibility for development
Demonstrate growth mindset
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working across multiple teams; Sharing knowledge
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication; Working with customers; Working with end users
Process & Methodology
Jira, Ticketing workflows
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