Systems Administrator

Full-time - Mid Level

Lexington, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Systems Administrator position at MIT Lincoln Laboratory involves providing support services for classified program portfolios, focusing on the design, provisioning, configuration, and management of Linux and Windows systems. The role requires the candidate to develop creative technical solutions to complex IT problems while adhering to strict security guidelines and working independently under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Linux and Windows Systems Administrator on medium to large government programs
• Assist in maintaining the programs VMWare infrastructure
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral formats
• Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network/software/system engineers, desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and IT management
• Make recommendations on hardware, software, and system component purchases as needed
• Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the environment including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management
• Create and maintain user and computer accounts, and modify file permissions and security access lists
• Develop and document technical processes and procedures
• Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
• Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts
• Work under minimal direction, and independently determine and develop approaches to complex IT solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related scientific/technical discipline, and 2+ years of relevant experience OR 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience installing and maintaining OS, development software, and security tools to RMF standards
• Experience patching software using automated tools (WSUS, Yum)
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, including ESXi and VCenter configuration), networking, storage, and user access
• Strong understanding of IT security policies and best practices
• Experience with vulnerability management within a collateral environment
• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (example: Security+ CE); or must have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date
• Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed to meet mission schedule
• Candidate must be eligible or willing to apply for a Top Secret/SCI security clearance to be considered
• Candidate must successfully pass a background check and consent to undergoing a government polygraph examination

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a STEM-related discipline
• Security+ CE
• 5+ years of experience with RHEL and Windows server administration in an SCI classified environment
• Experience operating under and managing systems within RMF information system environments
• Experience with NAS storage device administration
• Solid understanding of Enterprise-level storage concepts to include all commonly used RAID levels
• Solid understanding of remediating security vulnerabilities; experience hardening Linux and Windows systems in accordance with RMF and STIGs
• VMware and ESXi (6.x or higher) configuration and management experience
• Solid writing skills; use of Wiki pages and Sharepoint sites for documentation
• DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco)
• Up to date Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar security certification
• Current Top Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• MIT-funded pension
• Matching 401K
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Mentorship programs
• A range of work-life balance options