Systems Administrator in Dublin, California at PingWind

Location: Camp Parks, CA

Clearance Required: Active DoD TS/SCI with CI Poly (or eligibility to obtain within 60 days)

Schedule: Rotating shift work providing 24/7 mission support. Four days on / four days off, with day-to-night rotation every 56 days.

Required Certifications: Must meet DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, GSEC, CCNA).

Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in classified IT services and networking.

PingWind is seeking a qualified Systems Administrator to provide full-time support for a critical Department of Defense mission. This position requires shift work in order to sustain 24/7/365 operations. The successful candidate will perform system and network administration, provide mission support, and ensure the availability and security of classified and unclassified information systems.

• Provide administration, operation, and maintenance of Windows systems in support of mission networks.

• Perform real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolution of system, network, and application issues.

• Configure and maintain user accounts, group policies, access controls, and file permissions in compliance with DoD directives.

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, routers, switches, and Type 1 encryption devices.

• Implement and enforce cybersecurity standards, including application of DISA STIGs, IAVAs, and patch management.

• Maintain accurate system documentation, operational logs, and trouble ticket records.

• Conduct system lifecycle replacement for classified systems.

• Support compliance with Army Information Assurance (IA) requirements.

• Participate in shift turnover briefings and coordinate with the supporting operations team to maintain uninterrupted mission operations.

• Travel CONUS and OCONUS as required to support mission objectives.

Requirements

• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph within 60 days.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in classified IT services and networking.

• Experience with Windows Server operating systems, including virtualization technologies.

• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity standards, STIGs, and compliance requirements.

• Ability to support shift-based schedules to maintain continuous 24/7 mission coverage.

• Must meet DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, GSEC, CCNA).

• Must possess or obtain required Operating System Environment Certifications for privileged access.

• Hands-on experience with routing and switching technologies (Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent).

• Experience with Type 1 cryptographic devices (e.g., KG-series).

• Higher-level cybersecurity or network certifications (e.g., CASP+, CISSP, CCNP Security).

• Previous experience supporting intelligence community or DoD mission environments.

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cyber security, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

• Paid Federal Holidays

• Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

• 401k with matching

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Continuing education assistance

• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law