Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is seeking a Systems Administrator II to manage RF communication systems for the U.S. Coast Guard’s C5I Service Center. This role involves basic systems administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting under direct supervision, with a focus on compliance and system standards.

• Location: Remote (Norfolk, Virginia base)
• Travel: Up to 25% as needed.
• Security Clearance: A U.S. citizen able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required.
• Salary Range: $80,000 – $87,000

Responsibilities: Maintenance, Monitoring, and Support

Working under direct supervision, the administrator handles routine tasks, monitors system health, and provides technical support.

• Installation & Maintenance: Installs and maintains operating and systems software, and administers user accounts and profiles.
• Compliance: Monitors compliance with system standards and manages system configuration.
• Operations: Schedules, performs, and monitors system backups and performs data recoveries.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoots and resolves software, operating system, and networking problems, escalating complex issues to higher-level staff.
• System Upgrades: Recommends hardware and software upgrades based on growth statistics and forecasts.

Required Qualifications: Education and Certification

This role has strict educational and certification requirements tied to information assurance and system security for government work.

• Experience & Education (Two Paths):
  1. Baccalaureate Degree in Computer Science or related field AND a minimum of three (3) years of system administration experience.
  2. Certificate from an accredited Community/Technical College AND a minimum of five (5) years of system administration experience.
• Certification: A current SSCP (System Security Certified Practitioner) or Security+ certification is required.
• Clearance: Active Secret clearance (or US Citizen able to obtain and maintain one).
• Desired: Experience with Coast Guard systems is a desired qualification.