Senior Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. summary:

The Senior Systems Administrator at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. is responsible for managing and supporting the enterprise network at Redstone Arsenal, focusing on systems administration, including server maintenance, Active Directory configuration, and IT support. With over 15 years of IT experience, the role requires expertise in Microsoft technologies and VMware, along with a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles. The position emphasizes employee ownership and collaboration in delivering critical solutions for national defense.

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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator in Huntsville, AL. 

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 
• 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: 
• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success:  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit .

The primary duty is to serve as a Senior Systems Administrator for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) enterprise network located at the Redstone Arsenal location, providing direct onsite support to the internal DREN Network enclave. The Principal Systems Administrator essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Build and maintain Virtual Machines with Microsoft and VMWare technologies.
• Design and Configuration of the Active Directory and Windows Server environment.
• Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, and email systems.
• Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage physical and virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
• Perform server administration tasks in a mixed environment, including user/group management, file permissions, group policy, file replication, and resource monitoring.
• Maintain, deploy, and support internal infrastructure, including client computer systems, servers, switches, routers, and ASAs.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance, patches, and upgrades of computer systems
• Building and maintaining Windows system images using MDT.
• Work directly with IA staff to identify and resolve vulnerabilities with ACAS
• Support and maintain SecDevOps infrastructure in support of software development teams and the continuous deployment pipeline.
• Provide help desk and IT support.
• Additional duties assigned based on changes to business needs.

• 15+ years’ experience in Information Technology, including cyber/information assurance and/or systems administration of servers and workstations.
• Strong understanding of architecting and configuring Microsoft Windows OS technology including AD Forests, Domains, Trusts, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Organizational Units
• Experience providing desktop, server and VM support with VMware products with Microsoft technologies.
• Experience with Windows Server and VMware applications such as Vsphere/ESXi, Horizon Client
• Experience maintaining IT networks (Cisco routers, switches, maintaining network connections, etc.)
• Experience with Microsoft SCCM and deployment images.
• Experience with STIG management.
• Experience supporting Microsoft’s Azure DevOps Server or similar software development and tracking database is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• CompTia Security+ certification
• Windows Operating System certification (within 90 days

Desired Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of government Cyber Security policies and procedures including system scans, remediation, and documentation
• Experience and understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF), security controls and policies, and implementation of STIGs
• Experience scripting for automation of tasks and vulnerability assessments

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance required; an active TS/SCI clearance is desired.
• Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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Keywords:

Senior Systems Administrator, Information Technology, Network Security, Microsoft Windows, VMware, Cybersecurity, Systems Administration, Employee Ownership, IT Support, Digital Transformation