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TIAG . This position is based in Bethesda, MD and is primarily on-site requiring an active DoD Secret Security Clearance. The shift is 6am - 3pm.
Overview TIAG is hiring a System Administrator to support the National Institute of Health (NIH). The role provides daily administration, security compliance, and operational support for Facility Operational Technology systems (FOTS) including servers, workstations, and OT applications.
Responsibilities
Provide system administrator functions for design and testing systems in Windows Server environments and OT applications (e.g., Metasys, Desigo).
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for hardware and software administration, installation, interoperability, configuration management, operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Set up new servers (virtual and physical), perform data backups/snapshots, migrate data to new servers, and decommission legacy systems.
Assist teams in scanning and patching assets, completing STIG checklists, hardening and implementing applicable STIGs, and deploying patches to mitigate findings.
Harden and implement applicable STIGs.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and Active Directory integration.
Maintain system inventories and configuration baselines.
Coordinate maintenance windows with facility operations.
Implement NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls.
Support ATO documentation and compliance activities.
Create and maintain documentation related to system configuration, processes, and service records.
Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for system administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
Provide 8-hour daily on-site coverage.
Required Experience
5+ years of systems administration experience supporting federal contracts.
Experience with Windows Server, virtualization, and enterprise applications.
Intermediate skills in identifying and addressing server performance, availability, capacity, or configuration problems.
Knowledge of OT/ICS environments and security requirements.
Active DoD Secret clearance required.
An information assurance certification aligning with DoD 8570 (e.g., Security+, CISSP) (IAT Level II) is required.
ITIL v4 Foundations certification preferred.
Experience with vulnerability management tools (ACAS).
Ability to manage time to meet milestones and work with distributed teams.
Strong communication skills; ability to investigate, analyze, and document system issues and resolutions; provide status updates to keep IT security projects on track.
Location & Compensation Location: Bethesda, MD (on-site)
Compensation: TIAG listing shows salary ranges; actual offer based on experience and location.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
TIAG is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. TIAG's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. TIAG maintains an affirmative action plan to recruit, hire, and advance qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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System Administrator (Early shift)
role at
TIAG . This position is based in Bethesda, MD and is primarily on-site requiring an active DoD Secret Security Clearance. The shift is 6am - 3pm.
Overview TIAG is hiring a System Administrator to support the National Institute of Health (NIH). The role provides daily administration, security compliance, and operational support for Facility Operational Technology systems (FOTS) including servers, workstations, and OT applications.
Responsibilities
Provide system administrator functions for design and testing systems in Windows Server environments and OT applications (e.g., Metasys, Desigo).
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for hardware and software administration, installation, interoperability, configuration management, operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Set up new servers (virtual and physical), perform data backups/snapshots, migrate data to new servers, and decommission legacy systems.
Assist teams in scanning and patching assets, completing STIG checklists, hardening and implementing applicable STIGs, and deploying patches to mitigate findings.
Harden and implement applicable STIGs.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and Active Directory integration.
Maintain system inventories and configuration baselines.
Coordinate maintenance windows with facility operations.
Implement NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls.
Support ATO documentation and compliance activities.
Create and maintain documentation related to system configuration, processes, and service records.
Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for system administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
Provide 8-hour daily on-site coverage.
Required Experience
5+ years of systems administration experience supporting federal contracts.
Experience with Windows Server, virtualization, and enterprise applications.
Intermediate skills in identifying and addressing server performance, availability, capacity, or configuration problems.
Knowledge of OT/ICS environments and security requirements.
Active DoD Secret clearance required.
An information assurance certification aligning with DoD 8570 (e.g., Security+, CISSP) (IAT Level II) is required.
ITIL v4 Foundations certification preferred.
Experience with vulnerability management tools (ACAS).
Ability to manage time to meet milestones and work with distributed teams.
Strong communication skills; ability to investigate, analyze, and document system issues and resolutions; provide status updates to keep IT security projects on track.
Location & Compensation Location: Bethesda, MD (on-site)
Compensation: TIAG listing shows salary ranges; actual offer based on experience and location.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
TIAG is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. TIAG's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. TIAG maintains an affirmative action plan to recruit, hire, and advance qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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