The Opportunity:
Your combination of people skills and system administrator knowledge makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting the U.S. Air Force. We’re looking for a system administrator who specializes in Windows or UNIX operating systems with a background in troubleshooting hardware and system issues to help us support mission planning systems used by our team who plan operations globally.
As a system administrator on our team, you’ll ensure the current infrastructure is functional and available, constantly look for ways to make the infrastructure better using the latest technology and the best implementation strategies, and update and patch critical systems. You’ll help clients overcome tough challenges through monitoring and performance management. Your knowledge will be vital as you identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a critical network. Your communication skills will come in handy as you turn metrics into information and articulate their meaning.
This is an opportunity to gain experience in directly supporting operational missions for the Air Force and managing critical mission planning systems. We focus on growing as a team, so we’ll share techniques, work through challenges, and develop new methodologies together. Work with us and resolve daily challenges as we improve support to continuous global operations in a dynamic and fast-paced world.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
Experience as a Windows or UNIX System Administrator
Knowledge of computing infrastructures
Knowledge of hardware or software troubleshooting
Knowledge of Windows and UNIX operating systems
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
TS/SCI clearance
HS diploma or GED
DoD 8570.01-M, Security+ CE, SSCP, or GSEC Certification
Nice If You Have:
Experience with scripting, programming, and coding
Experience with Java or .Net programming, and High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Experience in project leadership, management, or project management in an IT environment
Experience with license managers in a Windows or UNIX environment
Knowledge of fundamental networking or distributed computing environment concepts
Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name System (DNS), Exchange, Lync, Symantec NetBackup, and Backup Exec
Bachelor’s degree in computer science
DoD 8570.01-M CISSP Certification
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate-Server 2008 Certification
Microsoft Certified IT Professional – Server Administrator (MCITP SA) 2008 Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation
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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity Statement
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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.