IT Systems Engineer, Sr​/Top Secret​/Onsite: KoP, PA Security Clearance

Position: IT Systems Engineer, Sr / Top Secret / Onsite: KoP, PA with Security Clearance
Job Number 715913

Description:

Lockheed Martin Enterprise Operations (EO) is actively seeking an experienced information technology (IT) professional to support the Space business area classified program areas located in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Deep expertise in technical leadership, Linux server, Windows server, Storage and network administration are essential elements in providing support for these complex classified environments. The candidate will need a strong understanding of TCP/IP, IT security principles, cost estimating, proactive attitude, strong customer relationship management skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger technical team.

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: designing, estimating, ordering, tracking, installing, configuring, securing, hardening, remediating, testing, upgrading and decommissioning of data center equipment, network switches, virtual servers, physical servers, client workstations and network-attached storage equipment. Application support to program engineers is an essential part of the day-to-day responsibilities that ensures a successful synergy between program deliverables and the underlying IT infrastructure.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the ongoing operations, maintenance and continuous improvement of multiple classified IT program environments. This IT professional will ensure that the Space IT systems are managed, controlled and compliant with the Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and the Risk Management Framework (RMF). If you are looking for a hands-on role with the flexibility to learn and apply a wide range of core technical capabilities, this position is for you!

This is a non-telecommuting position that requires you to be on-site and includes some off-shift work and occasional weekend activities, though the core schedule is a 4x10 schedule (Tues-Fri). Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and will need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
** In light of current internal business pressures, priority consideration will be given to qualified candidates who are currently affiliated with the Enterprise Operations' EBDT (Enterprise Business & Digital Transformation) organization.*
* Basic Qualifications:

- Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. CompTIA Security+, CISSP, etc.), with the ability to maintain that certification throughout the position lifecycle.
- U.S. Citizenship is a requirement to work at this facility (No dual citizenship).
- Top Secret level security clearance required.
- Ability to move, rack, stack and install physical equipment by lifting up to 50 lbs. independently.
- Deep expertise in technical leadership, Linux server, Windows server, storage and network administration
- Significant experience with TCP/IP, IT security principles, cost estimating
- Proactive attitude, strong customer relationship management skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger technical team.

- Experience with network-attached storage or storage area networks
Desired

Skills:

- Bachelors of Science degree from accredited University

- Experience with Windows Server user account management, administration and access controls
- Systems Administration experience supporting United States Government classified environments
- Experience in applying DISA STIGs and resolving security vulnerabilities - Experience administering Microsoft's Windows Server (i.e. 2016, 2019, or 2022) operating system functions, security policies and technical security safeguards

- Experience with Scripting and Automation (i.e., Ansible, Perl, Bash, Shell Scripting, Power Shell, etc.).
- Fundamental understanding of the OSI model
- Fundamental understanding of authentication mechanisms such as Kerberos, LDAP and NTLM and use of necessary tools to troubleshoot them
- Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SMTP, NFS, FTP, Telnet and SSH
- VMware experience (VSphere vCenter, ESXi, KVM) - Demonstrated experience with Cisco switching technology

- Experience with network-attached storage or storage area networks
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator certification equivalent or higher
- VMware Certified Professional certification
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)

- Experience with audits of key IT components to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines

- Experience with Power Shell scripting
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
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