At phia we hire talented and passionate people who are focused on collaborative, meaningful work, providing technical and operational subject matter expertise and support services to our partners and clients.
phia is hiring a
Senior Systems Administrator
to lead special projects or investigations into specific technology or solution issues and to shepherd research and piloting of new technologies. You will serve as a point of contact for engineering efforts and be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the customer's private enclave while maintaining compliance with the enterprise-wide architecture policies and guidelines. This hybrid position will require weekly in-person reporting to a location in Arlington, VA. Ideal candidates will need to reside within a commutable distance to the customer.
What You'll Do
Maintain web environment by identifying system requirements, installing upgrades, and monitoring system performance.Establish system specifications by analyzing access, information, and security requirements and designing system infrastructure.Establish the system by planning and executing the selection, installation, and configuration, testing of server hardware, software, and operating and system management systems, and defining system and operational policies and procedures.Maintains system performance by performing system monitoring and analysis and performance tuning; troubleshooting system hardware, software, and operating and system management systems; designing and running system load/stress testing and escalating application problems to vendor.Secure system by developing system access, monitoring, control, and evaluation; establishing and testing disaster recovery policies and procedures; completing back-ups; and maintaining documentation.Upgrade the system by conferring with vendors and services and developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements and new software.Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Support systems architects and developers, as needed, to provide oversight in developing design solutions.Participate in meetings/conferences/workshops with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and others to design applications and obtain information on project limitations, capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and others to design applications and obtain information on project limitations capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.Design and develop complex cybersecurity or cybersecurity-enabled products.Develop architectures or system components consistent with technical specifications.Oversee and make recommendations regarding configuration management.Apply current IT security principles, concepts, practices, management, and technology to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and the availability of major complex systems, networks, and data.Serve as a technical authority/subject matter expert by advising customers and keeping them informed on new and emerging technological threats.Education + Experience Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering, or a related discipline6 years of system administration experience, orMaster's degree with four (4) years of system administration experienceAt least 14 years of system administration experience is required with no degreeExperience one or more: Windows, Solaris, AIX, Red Hat, IRIX, Linux, or UNIX.Experience with trouble tickets or another tracking system.Experience with one or more: networking protocols and applications (e.g., DNS, TCP/IP stack, sockets, console, license, NFS, SAMBA, back-up, SAN, and mail servers).Certifications Required (one or more)
CompTIA A+ CE , Network+ CE , Security+Security Clearance
U.S. CitizenshipActive Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance requiredDHS EOD suitability is required before starting
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Who You Are
A proactive problem solver that appreciates the challenges of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Intellectually curious with a genuine desire to learn and advance your career.
An effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.
Customer service-oriented and mission-focused.
Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
If your experience and qualifications aren't a match for this position, you will remain in our database for consideration for future opportunities that may be a better fit.
Who We Are
phia, LLC is a Northern Virginia-based, small business established in 2011 with a focus on Cyber Intelligence, Cyber Security/Defense, Intrusion Analysis & Incident Response, Cyber Architecture & Capability Analysis, Cyber Policy & Strategy, and Information Assurance/Security. we proudly support various agencies and offices within the Department of Defense (DoD), Federal government, and private/commercial entities.
phia values work-life balance and offers the following benefits to full-time employees:
Comprehensive medical insurance to include dental and vision
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition and Professional Development Assistance Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
phia does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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