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Principal Systems Administrator
89,700 - 162,150 USD
Leidos
Elden Street 733, Herndon
89,700 - 162,150 USD
Requirements
Must:
- Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) with Polygraph security clearance is required. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Bachelor's degree with 8 to 12 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with 6 to 10 years of relevant experience. A Doctorate in a technical domain may be considered. Relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our servers, networks, cloud environments, and enterprise applications.
- Oversee system architecture, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive automation and optimization initiatives.
- Apply deep expertise in systems administration, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and automation, while mentoring junior IT staff.
- Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise server environments, including Windows, Linux, and hybrid cloud infrastructures.
- Manage and optimize virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based virtualization).
- Oversee storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity.
- Automate system administration tasks using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
- Implement and enforce security best practices, system hardening, and access controls.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, patch management, and compliance audits (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA).
- Collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams to identify, mitigate, and respond to security threats.
- Manage and optimize cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for performance and security.
- Oversee network infrastructure (firewalls, VPNs, load balancers) ensuring optimal connectivity.
- Lead hybrid cloud integration and migration strategies.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior system administrators and IT support teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop IT strategies and roadmaps.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to enhance infrastructure efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network issues in high-availability environments.
- Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and implement capacity planning strategies.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and system diagrams.
Description
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our dedicated and talented people who prioritize our customersโ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our commitment is to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. The Multi-domain Solutions Division (MDS) seeks a skilled Principal Systems Administrator for a new cyber security program that supports government-critical systems. You will oversee development, integration, delivery, and operations for IT-managed security services while working closely with cybersecurity teams. This opportunity is in anticipation of a future contract award.
We encourage those with favorable certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect โ Professional, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+), CISSP, or GIAC Certifications to apply.
The anticipated pay range for this position is between $89,700.00 and $162,150.00, recognizing that this is a general guideline and not a guaranteed salary offer. Factors influencing compensation include job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
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