VMware Systems Administrator - Classified Environment

Are you interested in unleashing your passion for IT and play a pivotal role in securing our organization’s technological infrastructure to DoD and IC standards?

We are seeking a vibrant VMware Systems Administrator to fortify APL’s information technology infrastructure. Ranked among Computerworld’s Top Places to Work in IT for 5 consecutive years, APL opens the door for you to make a difference! On this remarkable team, contribute to IS Security Management and safeguard our Highly Classified information systems. In doing so, you’ll address the unique needs of our Sponsors/Programs.

Experience a world where everyone is passionate about backing our Program needs.

• Provide system administration support for VMware and Windows environments within highly classified facilities.
• Configure, install, and maintain standalone and networked computer systems.
• Design and support solutions in complex LAN and WAN environments.
• Secure systems in mixed environments in accordance with Protection Level 3 classified requirements.
• Manage user accounts, including password resets and annual recertification activities.
• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues.
• Contribute to security documentation including configuration documentation, Security CONOPS, Security Controls Traceability Matrices, and System Security Plans.
• Implement and monitor cybersecurity policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government and organizational requirements.
• Perform system backups and recovery operations to ensure data integrity, availability, and reliability.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement patch management to remediate identified findings.
• Maintain the operational security posture of assigned systems to support mission continuity.
• Install, configure, and maintain server operating systems and utility software in accordance with cybersecurity best practices.
• Identify and remediate security weaknesses and recommend improvements to strengthen system resilience.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution.
• Maintain awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

You meet our minimum qualifications if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong organizational, documentation and communication skills.
• Experience configuring and administering VMware environments.
• Experience with PKI, RSA, and Windows Certificate Services.
• Hands‑on experience administering classified computer systems or networks.
• Experience building and maintaining Active Directory environments.
• Experience configuring operating systems, applications, and user settings using Group Policy.
• Experience with security tools such as ACAS, Splunk, Ivanti, or McAfee.
• Experience with Net App or SAN technologies.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools.
• Experience applying STIGs to operating systems and applications.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for operating systems and applications.
• Hold an Active Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• DoD 8570 certification, such as Security+, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of employment.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Multi‑tenant or Protection Level 3 configuration experience.
• Experience building and configuring physical systems.
• Experience configuring managed switches.
• Experience with endpoint protection platforms.
• Experience with Linux operating system.
• Familiarity with DCID or ICD security requirements.
• Experience with HP Secure Print.

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