Systems Administrator (SME) - 2 Positions - Top Secret Clearance Required

M&S Consulting was conceived in 2002 with the vision of creating highly effective teams of elite consultants to deliver strategic process and technology solutions to enterprise organizations across the US. Our commitment to delivery in complex environments and long-term customer success has merged process and technology into innovative solutions, established deep pockets of expertise, and enabled innovative transformation for evolving businesses.

We have intentionally cultivated steady growth focused on being approachable and helpful to our dearly valued clients and closely cared-for employees. M&S people simply “care hard”, and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture.

Job Responsibilities:

• Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues that may require in-depth analysis and creative solutions.
• Contributing to the design and implementation of new system architectures, including server configurations, network topology, and data storage solutions.
• Monitoring system performance metrics and identifying bottlenecks to optimize system efficiency and uptime.
• Implementing robust security measures, managing user access controls, and staying updated on emerging cyber threats.
• Forecasting future system needs and planning for hardware upgrades or infrastructure scaling to accommodate growth.
• Providing technical guidance and training to other system administrators on best practices and new technologies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of experience with enterprise network administration tools.
• Possess extensive understanding of specific operating systems, hardware, network protocols, security measures, and cloud technologies relevant to their organization.
• Expert knowledge of Linux operating systems, including system configuration, shell scripting, and package management
• Advanced expertise in managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and related technologies.
• Deep understanding of AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including cloud security and resource management
• Expertise in network infrastructure, routing protocols, firewalls, and network security
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, and SAFe.

*Active US Top Secret Clearance is required

*M&S Consulting proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.