Torch Technologies is seeking a Systems Administrator to provide high-level day-to-day operational maintenance support and upgrades for complex systems and enterprise IT infrastructure in support of the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO). This position provides direct on-site support for the internal DREN network enclave and plays a key role in ensuring system integrity performance and security across multiple environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the lead systems administrator for enterprise operations overseeing the administration configuration and maintenance of both physical and virtual environments.
- Build deploy and maintain Windows-based Virtual Machines (VMs) utilizing Microsoft and VMware technologies (e.g. vSphere/ESXi Horizon Client).
- Architect and configure enterprise Windows OS infrastructure including Active Directory Forests Domains Trusts DNS DHCP Group Policies and Organizational Units.
- Monitor and maintain essential IT operations including server health applications operating systems security tools and email systems.
- Perform server administration tasks including patching backups account management and resource monitoring in mixed environments.
- Plan and implement modernization of infrastructure systems while ensuring data integrity and recoverability through scheduled backups and archive operations.
- Develop and maintain Windows system images using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and SCCM.
- Coordinate and conduct software installations upgrades and audits to ensure compliance with established configuration baselines and cybersecurity requirements (STIGs).
- Deploy and support SecDevOps infrastructure to enhance automation and CI/CD capabilities for software development teams.
- Work closely with Information Assurance (IA) teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities using tools such as ACAS.
- Administer and maintain internal networking hardware (Cisco routers/switches ASAs) to ensure continuous connectivity.
- Provide tiered help desk support troubleshooting end-user issues and resolving technical problems as they arise.
- Develop and promote standard operating procedures schedules and system documentation to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with network and systems analysts to design and implement scalable secure system solutions that align with evolving mission needs.
- Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science General Studiesor related field; Associate degree or equivalent experience accepted.
- Experience: 6years of relevant processive systems administration experience.
- Certification: CompTIA Security
- Clearance: Must currently hold or have held a secret clearance.
- Deep knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies including Active Directory Group Policy DNS/DHCP and server architecture.
- Extensive experience with VMware infrastructure and enterprise virtualization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft SCCM MDT and Windows imaging tools.
- Familiarity with Cisco network hardware and basic LAN/WAN administration.
- Strong background in cybersecurity compliance particularly with DISA STIGs and vulnerability remediation practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage system integrity plan and execute system upgrades and perform root cause analysis of system issues.
Preferred Skill:
- Experience working in a DOD or classified environment.
- Knowledge of automation tools such as PowerShell scripting and/or SecDevOps toolchains.
- Familiarity with Agile or iterative development environments
U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes
Job Type:Fulltime
Security Clearance: Secret
Schedule:M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Huntsville Alabama
Travel:0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available:No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No
Benefits:
Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation 401(k) match and safe-harbor contributionmedical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability flexible spending accounts Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts EAP education assistance paid time off and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information citizenship ancestry marital status protected veteran status disability status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. Torch Technologies Inc. participates in E-Verify.
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