System Administrator III w/Top Secret Clearance (Contingent)

A3 Consulting LLC is looking to hire a System Administrator III for our government client. The experienced System Administrator will be responsible for troubleshooting and supporting mission critical systems and applications in a fast-paced operations environment which includes coordinating, configuring, and implementing change management processes across systems. If you have a passion for helping clients and are looking to be a key player in a fast-growing, innovative company, this role is for you. In this job you will:

• Handle user requests for file corrections, backend file ingestion and processing on Windows and Linux servers with a heavy emphasis on Linux administration.
• Provide Tier 3 support to helpdesk for end user OPIS support.
• Monitor data transfers within DCSA network and transmissions to external Agencies.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and validation of new IT projects, deployments, and initiatives.
• Assists new hires to learn the entry level roles.
• Manage UAT testing scenarios that require knowledge of how the OPIS environment operates.
• Works with developers, test team, and test users to coordinate testing before a project is released to production.
• Provide oversight to the other members of the team.
• Handles high priority and high visibility requests as made by the business unit or DCSA ITPMO Federal Leads.
• Works with federal leads and developer staff on production issues that arise and pulls in stakeholders, as needed.
• Document procedures, policies, and configurations related to IT systems and infrastructure.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in the field of IT.

Qualifications for the role:

• Associate's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum five years of experience as a system administrator.
• Must be willing to work alternating weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts, as this team is a 24x7 operation.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral.
• Highly detail oriented and meticulous.
• Exemplifies critical thinking and outside-the-box thinking.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in a helpdesk-like environment.
• Security+ certified (or willing to obtain certification).

Security Clearance:

• Active Top Secret

Salary range:

• The salary range of this position is $90,000 - $105,000 commensurate with experience and achievement.

Benefit Information:

• A3 Consulting offers a robust benefits package to include but not limited to medical, dental, and vision benefits, flexible spending and health savings accounts, group life and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, 401k match, paid parental leave, professional development.

A3 Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.