Fast Facts

Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a GCCS Systems Administrator to provide critical support for software implementation and training at various military and government locations. This role requires a Top Secret clearance and involves travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include configuring GCCS-J systems, providing operator training, system support for remote users, conducting familiarization training, and responding to system outages.

Skills: Candidates should have experience with Windows and Linux systems, virtualization (VMware), Microsoft Active Directory, and database maintenance with Oracle/Sybase/Postgress, among other technical skills.

Qualifications: A BS degree in a related field or equivalent experience, along with at least three years of systems administration experience, and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification are preferred.

Location: The job is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, with required travel up to 50%.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $70,000 - $110,000.

Paragon Cyber Solutions has an immediate opening for those ready for an exciting and dynamic career as a Systems Administrator to join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges. SEWS currently operates within three geographic CCMD's areas of responsibility (U.S. European Command (USEUCOM), U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), and U.S. India Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) in support of the Department of State (DOS), U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) and US Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) missions.

Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Travel Required: Yes (up to 50%)

 Essential Functions

• Configuration and implementation of the SEWS GCCS-J software and systems, GCCS-J courseware development, providing SEWS specific GCCS-J Operator training to US and FMS personnel, as well as system support to the local Colorado Springs, NATO, and various supported FMS locations.
• Collaborating with SEWS contractor and government personnel to plan OCONUS trips and stay apprised of Theater issues.
• Assisting with the design and analysis of user needs and associated hardware and software recommendations.
• Performing system support for remote users to identify and resolve hardware, software, and communication issues, document solutions, and develop recommendations to reduce the frequency of repairs.
• Responding to system outages to ensure issues are resolved per contract requirements
• Providing maintenance support for system / equipment issues.
• Supporting Emergency On-Site Sustainment (EOSS) travel to customer locations as required.
• Planning, developing and conducting GCCS-J Familiarization Training for CCMD and FMS customers.
• Providing refresher training for existing staff as well as training for new operators.
• Utilizing engineering skills to research, develop, test, and document solutions for Research & Test (R&T) activities. 

Required Experience

• BS degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) or more years of systems administration experience supporting Windows and Linux.
• Strong knowledge of Server Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of virtualization concepts and products (VMware).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory (AD) for user and groups.
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Operating Systems (Server & Workstation).
• Familiarity with Oracle/Sybase/Postgress database maintenance.
• Familiarity with Java application servers (Tomcat, JBoss).
• Familiarity with Linux/UNIX applications and services (NFS, SSH, NTP, LDAP, HTTP, Ansible).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must currently have and be able to maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP).
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
• Paid Time Off & 10 Paid Public Holidays.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Training & Development.

Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

A Model of Excellence

That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

We are an award-winning minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, VOSB, Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.