Network and Computer Systems Operator, Advanced

Apply Description Overview Client First Technologies currently is seeking a Network and Computer Systems Administrator, Advanced in support of our government customer. The Network and Computer Systems Administrator (CSWF – Advanced) leads cloud environment administration and security operations, serving as a senior technical resource for the government customer's network and cloud infrastructure. This is a hybrid remote work opportunity; the onsite location is Patuxent River, MD. CFT offers a full benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon award. Requirements Install, configure, and maintain cloud-hosted data environments across the Patuxent River Data Center (NMCI Core, eDMZ, SIPRNET) and AWS GovCloud (IL4/IL5/IL6) Administer web/application servers (~250 total servers hosting ~200 production applications) running Windows and Red Hat Linux operating systems Perform system monitoring; verify integrity and availability of cloud architecture resources, review system and application logs, and verify completion of scheduled jobs Implement network and computer security measures in accordance with Cloud Service Offering levels and FIPS 199; complete applicable server STIGs and SRGs per RMF requirements Manage SSL certificates, DNS entries, F5 BIG-IP iRules, DISA Whitelist entries, and Boundary Change Requests (BCRs) to facilitate application and database access Support AWS GovCloud environments (IL2/IL4/IL5/IL6) using cloud-native services including SQS, S3, API Gateway, Lambda, RDS, ECS, Fargate, CloudWatch, and Glue Remediate server and software vulnerability scan findings; maintain inventory in the CMDB; follow CCB change management guidelines Support after-hours and weekend maintenance activities; maintain up-to-date contact information for extended support coverage Qualifications All qualifications are required unless specifically marked as preferred. Meets the DCWF Work Role 451 (Network Operations) Advanced qualification via one of: (a) Education qualification, (b) Training qualification, or (c) Certification qualification as defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (https://public.cyber.mil/wid/dcwf/) At least 7 years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description, or meets the military equivalent OJT requirement Must achieve CSWF qualification no later than 30 days after performance start date CompTIA Security+ CE Certification (or equivalent privileged-access certification: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP) — required prior to performance of any Privileged Access duties Operating system training certificate of completion or certification relevant to the primary operating system the position is supporting — required prior to performance of any Privileged Access duties Physical Demands Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time Occasional travel and overtime may be required Required Clearances and Screenings This position requires an active TOP SECRET security clearance. Candidates must be eligible for and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance throughout the duration of performance on this contract.