Advanced Systems Administration Specialist with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on40, Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, 01201, United States
About the Team
At General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS), we create the advanced technologies, products, and services that help our nation's heroes keep the country safe. Our work pushes the boundaries of what's possible, applying cutting-edge innovations like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native, and Quantum Physics to solve complex missions in cyber, RF, undersea, and beyond.
With a global team of over 12,000 top professionals, we partner with industry leaders to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. We value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency, offering a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce to execute missions across all domains of operation.
About the Role
Are you ready for an exciting career as an Advanced Systems Admin Specialist supporting our nation's prestigious cyber initiatives? In this role, you will serve as a front-line interface to users, addressing technical issues and ensuring systems remain current with evolving technologies.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and maintenance of multiple secure infrastructures, both physical and virtual, across GDMS. Your work involves designing, developing, building, and testing new system infrastructure solutions as part of a collaborative team. You will perform vulnerability scanning and system remediation, manage OS and vendor software patching on servers and network devices, and update antivirus solutions to maintain security and compliance. Additionally, you will handle system performance monitoring, backups, availability, and disaster recovery strategies. This position offers the opportunity to challenge your administration skills while supporting multiple Communities of Interest in a high-stakes environment.
Hiring Process & Requirements
Due to the nature of the work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Applicants selected for this position must possess a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at the time of hire and will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. You must also meet DoD 8570.1 certification requirements for IAT-II or higher, completing the CompTIA Security+ certification within six months of hire.
This position is located on-site at our Pittsfield, MA location.
Equal Opportunity
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Work location
Work model: On-site
40, Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, 01201, United States
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign, develop, build, and test new system infrastructure solutions
- check_circlePerform day-to-day administration and maintenance of secure physical and virtual infrastructures
- check_circleConduct vulnerability scanning and system remediation to ensure security compliance
- check_circleManage OS and vendor software patching on servers and network devices
- check_circleMonitor system performance, manage backups, and ensure system availability
- check_circleAddress technical issues and conduct systems analysis as a front-line interface to users
- check_circleImplement security measures and maintain compliance with STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and NIST standards
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years experience, or Master's plus 3 years
- verifiedDepartment of Defense Secret security clearance
- verifiedU.S. citizenship
- verifiedDoD 8570.1 IAT-II certification or higher
- verifiedCompTIA Security+ certification within 6 months
- verifiedAdvanced knowledge of RedHat Linux, Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Hyper-V
- verifiedExperience with STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, NIST SP 800-171/800-53, CMMC
- verifiedIn-depth knowledge of networking concepts
- verifiedIn-depth knowledge of backup solutions and disaster recovery strategies
Nice to Have
Familiarity with developer tools/concepts/scripting/methodologies including JIRA, Confluence, GitLab, Docker, Ansible, Python, Powershell, and Bash. Familiarity with Tenable Nessus and Splunk. Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and Endpoint Security Solution (ESS). Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Redhat Linux, Windows Server, Vmware Vsphere, Hyper-V, Stigs, Cis Benchmarks, Nist SP 800-171, Nist SP 800-53, CMMC, System Security Plans.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 5 years experience; Master's degree with 3 years experience; Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field with 5 years experience.
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In this Advanced Systems Administration Specialist with Security Clearance at General Dynamics Mission Systems role, you will design, develop, build, and test new system infrastructure solutions; perform day-to-day administration and maintenance of secure physical and virtual infrastructures; conduct vulnerability scanning and system remediation to ensure security compliance; and manage os and vendor software patching on servers and network devices.
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General Dynamics Mission Systems is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years experience, or Master's plus 3 years; Department of Defense Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship; DoD 8570.1 IAT-II certification or higher; CompTIA Security+ certification within 6 months; and Advanced knowledge of RedHat Linux, Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Hyper-V.
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Advanced Systems Administration Specialist with Security Clearance at General Dynamics Mission Systems is based in 40, Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, 01201, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 5 years experience; Master's degree with 3 years experience; and Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field with 5 years experience.
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About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems, a division of General Dynamics, designs mission-critical C4ISR technologies for defense and space applications, operating across land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. Based in Chantilly, Virginia, the company supports national security initiatives by delivering systems that enhance communication, surveillance, and data protection for military and government clients. Its solutions are integral to scenarios such as rescuing isolated personnel, enabling scientific exploration through secure data transmission, and safeguarding classified information. The company also develops advanced technologies for underwater mine detection, leveraging unmanned vehicles to address complex defense challenges. As a leader in the defense and space manufacturing industry, General Dynamics Mission Systems prioritizes innovation to meet evolving operational needs, emphasizing the impact of its work in protecting personnel and securing critical infrastructure.
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