Systems Administrator
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$ 61800 - 115100
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Information Technology Services Division located in the Enterprise Operations Office of The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking a highly motivated Systems Administrator. This role will provide systems administration computing support and specialized support services for the enablement of key research and administrative functions by ensuring the security compliance functionality and reliability of research and administrative systems through hands on configuration and support.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
Administer and secure configurations of various Windows and Linux operating systems following DoD compliance guidelines
Serve as a primary point of contact for Enterprise systems maintaining both physical and virtual infrastructure
Respond and remediate system and network security vulnerabilities
Implement test and support new and emerging technologies while applying security best practices and required compliance measures
Conduct risk assessments to determine residual level of risk and any required mitigations
The installation and configuration of systems to comply with Government regulations
Collaborate with IT colleagues on the design of technical infrastructures targeting specific goals
Ensure proper operational support of systems servers and other hardware while engaging with stakeholders through ticketing system
Generate and maintain system security asset and process documentation
Participate in the implementation of required policies procedures and configurations; make recommendations for improvements
Minimally requires a Bachelors degree or higher plus 1 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for the Intermediate Professional level. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level positions.
Required skills and experience include:
Demonstrated experience in the enterprise level administration of both Windows and Linux systems
Knowledge and experience with Infrastructure Core Services: Active Directory management; Virtualization (VMware) administration; and maintenance of secure Windows and Linux servers
Experience operating and leading technical teams / projects in a highsecurity research computing environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD 8140/8570 certification or higher (Security CASP CySA).
Success in an environment where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Demonstrated ability to work through difficult problems using proper steps to identify define and formulate ideas that produce results
Preferred skills and experience include:
VMware administration (vRealize vSphere NSX SRM)
Experience in development of secure Linux and Windows system baseline configurations
LDAP authentication and management
Enterprise storage resources (ECS Unity PowerScale Isilon)
Systems management (SCCM Ansible Redhat IDM)
Active Directory/Group Policy
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility if required
Your working location will be fully onsite located in State College PA. Hybrid may be an option after acclimating to the role. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a university center of excellence in defense science systems and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a preemployment drug screen.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL visit our web site at .
**The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.**
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$61800.00 $115100.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
