Description

　　Do you want to be empowered to take ownership and stake in the overall engineering and operations of the IT infrastructure?

　　Are you interested in learning new technologies and creating new IT capabilities?

　　If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

　　We are ranked as one of Computerworld 's Top Places to Work in IT 5 years running, and we are seeking a dedicated IT Support/Jr. Systems Administrator to help us protect APL 's information technology infrastructure.

　　As a member of our team, you will provide IT and IA assistance for our Highly Classified information systems in support of Sponsor/Program needs. You'll join an impressive team of technical specialists who are motivated by one common goal, supporting our Program needs. You 'll be an active contributor to the safeguarding of APL 's Sponsor network systems. With your help, we will provide information assurance, system administration, and systems engineering for mainly Windows and some Linux-based systems in multiple highly classified facilities. You'll assistance in identifying and solving technical issues relating to Information Assurance system hardening (ensuring system availability, integrity, authentication and confidentiality).

　　As a Classified IT Analyst Specialist, you will...

　　Work in teams and independently to research, analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex customer and network issues with classified systems within government directed guidelines using documented processes, personal expertise or leadership guidance as needed. Analyze and resolve moderately complex computer hardware and software issues across multiple networks with specific compliance requirementsApply knowledge of DoD policies and regulations to handle user accounts, reset passwords, and provide general IT support to the customer community within highly classified facilitiesUpdate documentation in parallel with DoD policies and regulationsPartner with the Systems Administrator in locking down computers across several mixed environments based upon each classified security requirementsIndependently research and provide input to security relevant documentation such as security CONOPS, Security Controls Traceability Matrix's, System Security PlansResearch alternative approaches to configure, install, and maintain computer systems in a networked environment to increase the efficiency of the processesParticipate as part of the project team completing various task including implement backup technology respective to the environment and developing solutions for LAN and WAN environments within highly classified facilitiesQualifications

　　You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

　　Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field or 4+ years of IT support experience.Excellent organizational, communication, documentation and presentation skills and the ability to optimally interact with all levels of staff.Hands-on experience supporting and maintaining computer systemsExperience troubleshooting and configuring operating systems, applications, and user settings through Group Policy.Experience manually building physical systemsExperience using basic troubleshooting steps to resolve network issuesCurrent DoD 8570 certification (Security+ or CISSP)Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI w/ Poly 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.You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

　　Experience updating and handling user accounts in Active Directory environmentsExperience applying STIGs to Windows, Linux, applications, and network peripherals.Working experience with VMware or other virtualization software.Experience configuring managed Layer 3 switches, endpoint protection applications, or enterprise level experience with programming / scripting languages.Working familiarity with Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) or Intelligence Community Directives (ICD) security requirements.About Us

　　APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.