Jr. Systems Administrator

Foxhole Technology
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On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward entry-level IT professionals comfortable with security compliance and system maintenance in a DoD environment.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level IT professionals with a foundational understanding of cybersecurity and system maintenance.
    — “This position offers valuable hands-on experience across multiple platforms and tools, making it ideal for candidates with a foundational understanding of IT operations and a strong interest in cybersecurity and system maintenance.”
  • Candidates with a Secret clearance and eligibility for Top Secret clearance.
    — “Clearance: Secret with Top Secret eligibility”
  • Individuals who can work non-traditional hours and maintain attention to detail.
    — “Hours: Monday-Friday 11:00PM-7:30 AM”

Things to consider

  • The role requires active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret, a non-negotiable requirement.
    — “Minimum Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance with Eligibility for TS.”
  • Candidates must be prepared to work in a secure Department of Defense environment.
    — “supporting enterprise systems within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Active Directory, DNS, or Group Policy in your resume and interview responses.
    — “Help maintain core services like Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy under the guidance of senior administrators”
  • Emphasize your ability to follow structured processes and maintain clear documentation.
    — “Ability to follow structured processes, maintain clear documentation, and escalate issues when needed”
  • Show familiarity with cybersecurity tools like HBSS, ACAS, or SIEM technologies.
    — “Provide operational support for cybersecurity tools such as HBSS, ACAS, and SIEM technologies”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • support enterprise systems
  • contribute to security compliance
Typical background
1+ years of experience as a System Administrator

Skills & requirements

Required

System AdministrationCybersecurityDod ComplianceOperating SystemsUser PermissionsFile StructuresCybersecurity Tools

Preferred

Windows ServerLinux Systems

Stack & domain

System AdministrationUser Account SetupPassword ResetsAccess PermissionsMonitoringDiagnosing Hardware And Software IssuesUpdatesPatchesAntivirus SolutionsActive DirectoryDNSGroup PolicySecurity ComplianceRmf-based Control ImplementationSystem DocumentationBackup And Restoration ProceduresCybersecurity ToolsHBSSACASSIEM TechnologiesTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityAttention To DetailComptia Security+ CECybersecurityIT SupportSystem Maintenance

About the role

Original posting from Foxhole Technology via Greenhouse

Clearance: Secret with Top Secret eligibility

Hours: Monday-Friday 3:00 PM-11:30 PM

Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world.

Foxhole Technology is seeking a Jr. Systems Administrator who is eager to grow their IT career by supporting enterprise systems within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This position offers valuable hands-on experience across multiple platforms and tools, making it ideal for candidates with a foundational understanding of IT operations and a strong interest in cybersecurity and system maintenance.

Job Description:

Carry out routine system tasks such as user account setup, password resets, and access permissions

Monitor system functionality and help diagnose hardware and software-related issues

Support the rollout of updates, patches, and antivirus solutions in compliance with DoD cybersecurity directives (STIGs/IAVM)

Help maintain core services like Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy under the guidance of senior administrators

Contribute to security compliance efforts through participation in RMF-based control implementation

Aid in updating system documentation, including configuration records and procedural guides

Assist in executing backup and restoration procedures to ensure system continuity

 Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance with Eligibility for TS.

Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a System Administrator

Must have a current DoD 8140/ (8570) IAT Level II approved certification (i.e. CompTIA Security+ CE) 

At least 1 year of experience in IT support, help desk, or systems administration

Basic knowledge of managing operating systems, user permissions, and file structures

Familiarity with either Windows Server or Linux systems

Ability to follow structured processes, maintain clear documentation, and escalate issues when needed

Strong interest in learning and contributing to a mission-driven, security-focused team

Provide operational support for cybersecurity tools such as HBSS, ACAS, and SIEM technologies

At Foxhole Technology, we are committed to pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws for both applicants and our employee-owners. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number factors as permitted by law.

Foxhole Technology offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement plans (401(k), Roth, and ESOP); life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and education and training assistance.

Illinois Pay Range$60,000—$71,000 USDRequirements of position:  Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions.  Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others.   May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise

Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.

Source: Foxhole Technology careers (Greenhouse)

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