Cloud Systems Administrator IV

Cloud Systems Administrator IV

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) security clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Criterion Systems LLC is seeking a mission-focused Cloud Systems Administrator IV to support and contribute to our government customer's success in Reston, Virginia.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Cloud Systems Administrator IV Responsibilities Include:

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers.
• Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency.
• Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.
• Provides Tier 1 and Tier 2 problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provision/harden Linux operating systems.
• Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space. Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.
• Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Cloud Systems Administrator IV Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability and willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience.
• Current IAT II or IAT III certification
• Strong Linux (CentOS, RHEL, and/or Oracle) skills with recent experience, to include experience with Linux OS upgrades in a cloud environment.
• Experience working in an AWS environment and familiarity with console accesses to provision, maintain and monitor servers.
• Familiarization with scripting and installing applications from root files.
• Working knowledge of reviewing of security scans, applying fixes to resolve noted deficiencies and ability to work with and run STIGs via a viewer or other automated tools.
• Experience performing snapshots, disaster recovery, performance tuning.
• Experience with installation, STIG hardening, patching.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and Tier 1 communication skills.
• Experience developing and maintaining critical documentation (SIPs, SAGs, SOPs, Getting started guides).
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Criterion Systems LLC is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Criterion, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Systems Administrator
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Keywords:

• Linux
• Sec+
• IAT II
• Cloud
• AWS

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.