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This support includes the following:\r\nProvide system administrator support to include troubleshooting desktop workstations, replacing or upgrading hardware and software, user account and file permission management.\r\nWork with a team to troubleshoot and apply innovative approaches to resolve unusual/complex issues\r\nEnsure compliance with Defense Information System Agency (DISA) guidelines, USAF security updates and cybersecurity policies and procedures on Windows and Linux operating systems.\r\nBuild and support physical and virtual host environments.\r\nResponsible for the functionality and performance of lab hardware and software systems.\r\nPerform program scripting in PowerShell to support system automation.\r\nCreate and manage system user accounts in accordance with policies and directives.\r\nEmploy local group policy management and file share, system, and account administration\r\nPerform regular Nessus security scanning, system patching, and vulnerability remediation to maintain a high-security posture on offline platform IT and prototype systems\r\nPerform hardware diagnostic testing of offline equipment; schedules and performs preventive and corrective maintenance.\r\nDocuments all preventive maintenance actions, troubleshooting efforts, repairs, and related daily activities using established logs and databases.\r\nDevelop and document systems administration standard operating procedures.\r\nSupport DT&E enclave assessment and authorization IAW applicable DoD and AF instructions.\r\nAny other related duties as directed.\r\nAt COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our \"Family of Professionals!\" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits *https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/\r\nRequired Experience\r\nRequired Experience: Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:\r\nBachelors Degree in a STEM field and 3 years of relevant experience\r\nAssociates Degree in a STEM field and 7 years of relevant experience\r\nHigh School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of relevant experience\r\nExpertise in applying RMF controls and implementation of STIGs and SCAP Benchmarks\r\nRecent experience with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (i.e. Windows 11), local group policies, and patching and upgrading\r\nExpertise with building Windows systems and troubleshooting IT hardware and software issues\r\nHighly motivated, detailed-oriented, and capable of working tasks efficiently\r\nAbility to thrive in ambiguous environments, self-start with initiative, and bring energy and curiosity to challenges\r\nAbility to communicate and present technical details, both written and verbally\r\nAbility to work in an agile environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams\r\nAbility to develop solutions to complex problems requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity\r\nAbility to travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other location up to 15%\r\nStrong work ethic; Must be comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision\r\nAbility to lift 40lbs unassisted\r\nCurrent CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent\r\nAbility to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access as required\r\nU.S. Citizenship required: Active DoD Top Secret security clearance\r\nPreferred Experience: Basic networking (routing/switching/ VLANS/firewalls/protocols) hardware and configuration\r\nLinux OS (RHEL, Ubuntu, Fedora) operation and configuration\r\nDocker/Podman container environment integration\r\nWorking in Special Access Programs Facilities (SAP-F) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)\r\nApplicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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