Abacus Solutions Group: We’re built on our shared core values! We are difference-makers, passionate about serving, we work hard with integrity and do the right thing. Difference makers means that we look at every opportunity as a chance to make a difference. Passionate about serving means that we are always looking for ways to serve our customers and coworkers. Working hard and doing the right thing with integrity means that for every decision we make we first ask, “Is the decision consistent with our moral and ethical principles?" We hire, review, reward and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it is important that you share these values to be part of the team.

Position Overview: We’re seeking a Systems Administrator - Journeyman to join our team at Scott Airforce Base out of O’Fallon Illinois. In this role, you’ll provide Information Technology support to the members of the United States Airforce and provide a critical role in to ensure warfighting capabilities of our US Military! The ideal candidate will have 4-10 years of experience with system administration, configuration, and maintenance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and applications
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure system security, availability, and performance
• Proactively monitor system performance and capacity planning for the Transcom GCCS-J enclave
• Complete DISA STIG checklist for the systems and write and maintain POA&Ms as required
• Participate in the planning and implementation of system upgrades and new deployments
• Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, hot fixes on servers, workstations, and network hardware
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements for system administration and security
• Manage user accounts and access permissions, and maintain system documentation
• Provide technical support to end-users and collaborate with other IT teams to resolve complex technical issues

• 4-10 years or more of experience in systems administration
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field preferred
• Must have a DoD 8570 Level II Certification such as the CompTIA Security +
• Must have or be willing to obtain an ITIL v3 Foundations or higher certification (must obtain within 60 days of hire)
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems and associated tools and utilities
• Prefer experience with Global Command and Control System - Joint (GCCS-J)
• Experience with configuration management tools
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Red Hat KVM
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and associated protocols
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and regulatory requirements such as DISA STIGs, FIPS, and NIST guidelines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

Security Qualifications:

• Must be a United States citizen
• Must hold an active Secret security clearance issued by the Department of Defense

Pay & Benefits:

• $44-48/hr
• We offer a wide range of medical benefits, employee resources and strategic discount alliances. These benefits include co-pay medical benefits, company matching 401K, Choice Time Off, Long Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and other ancillary benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.