System Architect - Linux Security Clearance

Position Overview

We are seeking a System Architect - Linux with Security Clearance to oversee implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mission‐critical IT systems. In this role, you will manage IT system infrastructure, provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and configure and maintain both Linux and Windows operating systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems.
• Manages IT system infrastructure and associated processes.
• Oversees day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client/server/storage/network devices and mobile devices.
• Delivers Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) support, including problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution.
• Communicates system status to agency management and internal customers.
• Supports the dispatch system and hardware issues through active involvement in resolution.
• Configures and manages Linux and Windows operating systems, installs software, and optimizes network components to improve reliability and performance.

Required Qualifications

• Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• Ten (10) years of experience as a System Architect in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Alternatively, five (5) additional years of system architect experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• A bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Must have at least two of the following certifications: MCSE, RHCSA, VCP.
• Requires a DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technology (IAT) Level II certification, such as Security+, CySA+, GICSP, CND, GSEC, SSCP, or CCNA Security. (The DoD 8140 certificate can be obtained up to 60 days after starting the job if needed.)