Watershed Security

Systems Administrator II

Watershed Security Philadelphia, PA

Company Overview

Watershed Security is a Veteran Owned Small Business and a leader in providing quality Cyber Security Services to the Federal Government. Watershed is a great place to work, offering a challenging and respectful work environment. We are growing fast and strive to deliver our vision every day: “To inspire trust and respect with our customers and employees. Integrity in all we do.”

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Hardware and Software Procurement: Technical evaluation and selection of hardware/software based on technical requirements and Government constraints
  • Operating System (OS) Installation and Setup: Provide expertise in installing various operating systems and ensuring proper configuration
  • Utilize or develop scripts for automating repetitive installation and configuration tasks
  • Virtual Machine (VM) Development and Setup: Creation of virtual environments tailored to the project's needs
  • Ensure VMs are properly configured and perform as expected
  • Software/Firmware Installation: Deploy software and firmware updates to various hardware devices
  • Manage software versions to ensure consistency across devices
  • Testing: Conduct thorough testing to ensure hardware and software components function seamlessly
  • Efficiently identify, document, and resolve any bugs or issues
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: Communicate effectively with the program cybersecurity lead
  • Stay updated on the latest security standards and apply them diligently
  • Software Functionality: Engage with program stakeholders to understand and gather requirements
  • Ensure updates or changes in the system configuration do not hinder or restrict software functionality
  • Conduct thorough analysis of proposed updates or changes to identify potential impacts on software functionality
  • Implement preventative measures and adjustments to configurations or software as needed to maintain uninterrupted functionality
  • Document all identified impacts, potential risks, and taken measures to ensure a comprehensive record for future references and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Associate Degree from accredited University in IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years professional experience in IT
  • One of the following certifications: CISSP (or associate), CCNP Security, CISA, GCED, GCIH
  • Proficiency with Windows and Linux Operating Systems, including the installation and configuring of software applications
  • Systems Administration experience to include user management, system monitoring, and performance tuning
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently
  • Requires a Secret Security Clearance and US Citizenship

Responsibilities of this position also include, but are not limited to:

  • Attending mandatory, annual training sessions
  • Providing regular status reports to management summarizing progress, challenges, metrics, and recommendations
  • Collaborating with team members to ensure effective communication and coordination
  • Attending recurring team meetings or huddles
  • Assisting in the development of new initiatives
  • Contingent upon award*

Benefits And Perks

Watershed Security offers outstanding compensation and benefits including company paid medical and dental, tuition reimbursement, 401K plan with a generous match, 15 days of PTO to start and 11 paid holidays per year.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Information Technology
  • Industries

    Internet Publishing

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