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Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Onsite
North Point Technology is looking to hire a Systems Administrator / Help Desk Engineer to support a cutting-edge Agile software development program for an Intelligence Community customer. The qualified candidate must have an active TS/SCI security clearance and will ensure the stability, security, and performance of the cloud and on-premises environments that enable mission users and Agile teams. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise across Linux and Windows systems, thrives on solving complex infrastructure challenges, and delivers responsive support in a fast-paced, classified environment. This role requires committing to either a morning shift starting at 6 AM EST or an evening shift ending at 10 PM EST.
***This job requires active TS/SCI clearance. Please apply only if you have an active TS/SCI clearance. ***
Responsibilities:
This position leads systems operations and ensures the availability, reliability, and security of infrastructure supporting geospatial analytics, software development, and data services. Duties include administering Linux and Windows-based systems; diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and end-user issues while managing support tickets through resolution; architecting and managing server, storage, and virtualization infrastructure (VMware, KVM); performing OS installation, configuration, hardening, and patching in compliance with DoD STIGs; and monitoring and tuning system performance through root cause analysis. The role also maintains automation scripts and infrastructure as code (Ansible, PowerShell, Bash), supports backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning, maintains system documentation and configuration baselines, and collaborates with cybersecurity, network engineering, and software development teams. Additional duties include leading deployment of system enhancements and modernization initiatives and participating in security audits, incident response, and operational readiness activities.
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North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.
At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.
Come join us! Apply with North Point Technology today!
For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your resume.
