Summary

CTC Group has a new and exciting opportunity for Systems Administrators in our Intelligence Community Division. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Systems Engineering, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At CTC Group, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, and much more.
Join us and help us make a difference in our Nation’s Security!
Location: Annapolis Junction / Ft. Meade

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain Expeditionary Mission Center (EMC) IT systems that enable global SIGINT and cybersecurity operations critical to national security.
• Manage daily configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of classified client/server, network, and storage systems within SCIF environments.
• Configure, secure, and maintain UNIX and Windows operating systems, implementing enhancements to improve reliability, performance, and security compliance under the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Provide responsive help desk and escalation support for mission-critical systems, delivering clear communication and technical solutions to EMC leadership and users worldwide.
• Optimize system performance and resource utilization through proactive analysis, capacity planning, and continuous improvement of high-availability environments.
• Support the design and integration of EMC system architectures and mission hardware, incorporating RF and digital technologies into secure, deployable solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve complex interoperability and hardware/software issues to sustain uninterrupted mission operations across CONUS and OCONUS sites.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Level 1 Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• CWIP IAT Level I
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified System Administrator(RHCSA) certified.
• One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Level 2 Qualifications

• Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• CWIP IAT Level II
• 3+ years of experience performing duties at or equivalent to an IAT level position under the CWIP (DoD 8570/8140 framework).
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified Engineer(RHCE) certified.
• One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).

Level 3 Qualifications

• Fifteen (15) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• CWIP IAT Level III
• 7+ years of experience performing duties at or equivalent to an IAT level position under the CWIP (DoD 8570/8140 framework).
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified Architect(RHCA) certified.
• One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).

Pay Information
The final salary may be influenced by various factors, such as location, labor categories, experience, education, and/or certifications. CTC also provides a variety of benefits as well as opportunities for continuous education and development. 
The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000.


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