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Systems Administrator:   At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! Job Summary: B&A is looking for a systems Administrator to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. The System Administrator will provide hands-on administration and technical support for classified infrastructure, including Windows workstations, servers, Active Directory, and security compliance tools. This role requires experience supporting secure environments, conducting vulnerability and compliance assessments, monitoring audit activity, and maintaining system baselines in accordance with government security requirements. Responsibilities: * Administer and support the Open Storage Area (OSA) environment.
* Troubleshoot workstation, server, and user-related technical issues.
* Install, configure, update, and patch operating systems and software.
* Provide end-user technical support and resolve operational issues.
* Monitor system health, performance, and operational stability.
* Coordinate hardware maintenance, replacement, and lifecycle activities.
* Unlock disabled or locked user accounts.
* Perform password resets and account maintenance activities.
* Administer Active Directory user and group accounts.
* Create, modify, and disable user accounts based on approved requests.
* Review user accounts for inactivity, authorization, and compliance.
* Conduct recurring Nessus vulnerability scans.
* Review, document, and track vulnerability findings through remediation.
* Perform SCAP and STIG compliance assessments.
* Implement required security patches, updates, and STIG configurations.
* Review audit logs for suspicious activity, security events, and policy violations.
* Escalate security incidents and concerns to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
* Support Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) activities and security reporting requirements.
* Review and analyze Windows audit logs and EventSentry logs.
* Monitor privileged user account activity.
* Investigate unusual system behavior and security events.
* Verify audit logging and monitoring functions remain operational.
* Support Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) inspections, audits, and assessments.
* Maintain approved system configurations and security baselines.
* Document hardware, software, and configuration changes.
* Support Security Impact Analyses (SIAs).
* Assist with Configuration Control Board (CCB) processes and activities.
* Maintain accurate hardware and software inventory records.
* Coordinate approved media transfers with designated Data Transfer Agents (DTAs).
* Ensure compliance with approved transfer procedures and security policies.
* Support media scanning, handling, and accountability processes.
Education and Experience:  * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skills: *  Experience administering Windows-based systems in secure or classified environments.
* Experience with Active Directory administration and account management.
* Knowledge of vulnerability management processes and tools, including Nessus.
* Experience conducting SCAP and STIG compliance assessments.
* Understanding of cybersecurity principles, auditing, logging, and continuous monitoring.
* Experience troubleshooting workstation and server issues.
* Ability to document configurations, changes, and technical procedures.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Desired Skills: * Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other classified government environments.
* Familiarity with RMF (Risk Management Framework) requirements.
* Experience supporting DCSA inspections and security assessments.
* Knowledge of Configuration Management and Change Control processes.
* Security+ or comparable DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification.
* Experience with EventSentry, enterprise monitoring tools, and security audit platforms.
Security Clearance * Active secret clearance. 
More About B&A: Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include: * The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
* A formal mentorship program
* Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
* Brand Ambassador program
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
* Monthly teambuilding events
* B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.