Systems Planning & Analysis
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Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
Group W provides wargaming, warfare modeling and simulation, software development, data analytics, and operations research/system analysis support to the national security mission. As a leader in the fields of campaign, mission, and wargaming analysis we embrace the cycle of research paradigm, continually seeking to improve the multi-method application of tools, data, methods, and techniques to generate credible and resilient insights to inform decisions on the Department’s most challenging issues spanning CONOPs, acquisitions, force structures, tactics, and strategies. Group W is the developer and maintainer of the Synthetic Theater Operations Research Model (STORM), the authoritative M&S tool accepted by the Joint Analytic Community for analysis of theater-level, multi-domain, joint warfare. Similarly, we developed and manage the Standard Wargame Integration and Facilitation Tool (SWIFT) for OSW as an adaptable environment to support joint force combatants’ wargaming requirements.
We have an immediate need for a Jr. Systems Engineer to provide onsite support in Alexandria, Virginia.
The candidate will work with a team of system administrators and security professionals to deploy, configure, and maintain secure Windows and Linux systems. Maintain secure application and database servers in accordance with DISA STIGs. Work with software developers to deploy applications from development servers to production environments. Configure web servers to host a variety of applications. Administer and SQL Server databases. Develop and execute SQL scripts, backup and restore databases, and manage database permissions. Assist with managing organization cloud-based resources and support developers’ access to applications and workspaces. Support the physical security team as needed by managing access tokens and performing routine security checks and other tasks.
1+ years of experience deploying and maintaining server operating systems within a secure Federal environment.
Active CompTia Security+ certification.
Proficiency in Windows Server installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Active Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a similar discipline.
Experience with the Amazon Web Services platform, including Amazon Workspaces.
Knowledge of virtualization technologies like KVM, VMware, or Docker.
Proficiency in Linux OS installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance, particularly on RHEL distributions.
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $70,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000.00/Yr.
The candidate will work with a team of system administrators and security professionals to deploy, configure, and maintain secure Windows and Linux systems. Maintain secure application and database servers in accordance with DISA STIGs. Work with software developers to deploy applications from development servers to production environments. Configure web servers to host a variety of applications. Administer and SQL Server databases. Develop and execute SQL scripts, backup and restore databases, and manage database permissions. Assist with managing organization cloud-based resources and support developers’ access to applications and workspaces. Support the physical security team as needed by managing access tokens and performing routine security checks and other tasks.
1+ years of experience deploying and maintaining server operating systems within a secure Federal environment.
Active CompTia Security+ certification.
Proficiency in Windows Server installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Active Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a similar discipline.
Experience with the Amazon Web Services platform, including Amazon Workspaces.
Knowledge of virtualization technologies like KVM, VMware, or Docker.
Proficiency in Linux OS installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance, particularly on RHEL distributions.
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