System Administrator - Active Secret Clearance at A1M Solutions

Trenton, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Defense, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

  • Active Secret Clearance
  • 3–5 years of experience in system administration, with specific focus on DoD IT environments
  • Direct experience managing and securing RA workstations and PKI-supporting systems
  • Knowledge of DoD PKI architecture, certificate lifecycle management, and identity assurance practices
  • Proficient in applying DISA STIGs, managing Group Policy, and conducting vulnerability remediation using tools such as ACAS/Nessus
  • Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and backup/recovery operations
  • Strong documentation and audit readiness skills
  • Must hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
  • Familiarity with tools such as STIG Viewer, eMASS, and HBSS is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and monitor systems supporting PKI services, including Certificate Authorities (CAs), OCSP responders, Key Recovery Agents (KRAs), and supporting infrastructure
  • Administer and support Registration Authority (RA) workstations, ensuring functionality, availability, and compliance with DISA and DoD PKI standards
  • Implement software updates, patches, and configuration changes in accordance with STIGs and system baselines
  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 system support for PKI-related service disruptions, certificate issues, and access control failures
  • Troubleshoot integration issues with Active Directory, LDAP, and other directory services used in certificate-based authentication
  • Maintain documentation of system configurations, change logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Ensure continuous compliance with RMF security controls and support the generation and maintenance of ATO documentation
  • Participate in and support internal and external DoD PKI audits, including system artifact collection, configuration reviews, and remediation of audit findings
  • Collaborate with ISSOs, Registration Authorities, and cybersecurity teams to enforce secure system operations across both SIPRNet and UNCLASS networks

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PKIDoD PKIRA WorkstationsSTIGsActive DirectoryLDAPRMFOCSP RespondersCertificate AuthoritiesKey Recovery AgentsSIPRNetATO Documentation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this System Administrator position?

The salary is contingent upon contract award.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This is an on-site position.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 3–5 years of system administration experience in DoD IT environments, direct PKI experience managing RA workstations, knowledge of DoD PKI architecture, proficiency in DISA STIGs and compliance tools, and a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification like Security+ CE.

What is the company culture like at ENS Solutions?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this System Administrator role?

A strong candidate will have 3–5 years of DoD IT system administration experience, hands-on PKI management including RA workstations, DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, and familiarity with STIGs, virtualization platforms, and tools like eMASS or HBSS.

A1M Solutions

Design and data support for government healthcare

About A1M Solutions

A1M Solutions specializes in providing design, data, and policy-informed support for government healthcare programs, with a focus on serving disadvantaged populations. The company leverages expertise in government healthcare programs, data analysis, and policy/legislation to design effective business strategies and enhance digital service delivery, utilizing agile research and insights to untangle complex problems and generate thoughtful solutions.

Chico, CA, USAHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries
11-50Employees

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