Location: Arlington,VA, USA
FRDA is looking for an IT Systems Administrator to lead the management and security of our IT infrastructure. This role will focus on data management, user access, endpoint security, and regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and securing our systems to support efficient operations and safeguard against threats. This position is located in Arlington, VA.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Data Storage and Archive Management:
Manage historical user accounts for legal retention.
Configure and optimize local Storage Area Network (SAN).
Ensure data organization and retention for compliance.
Cloud Security and Windows Defender:
Configure and monitor Windows Defender in M365.
Implement proactive cloud security measures.
User Access and Account Management:
Clean up external and inactive user accounts.
Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all users.
Restrict SharePoint site/group creation to admins.
Regulatory Compliance (GCC):
Ensure compliance with GCC data standards.
Submit compliance reports to Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
Endpoint Security and Device Management:
Oversee Mobile Device Management (MDM) for Apple and other devices.
Implement secure VPN access and internet use policies.
Manage Acceptable Use Policies and user compliance.
Cybersecurity Awareness and Training:
Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs.
Implement regular password updates for network security.
Network Infrastructure Administration:
Manage local area network (LAN) routing and switching.
Document and maintain network topology for troubleshooting.
Physical Security and Remote Management:
Integrate physical security systems for remote access.
Collaborate with security teams on digital and physical security protocols.
IT Procurement, Compliance, and Cyber Insurance:
Manage IT asset procurement, configuration, and compliance.
Maintain and assess cyber insurance policies for protection against data breaches.
Required Skills/Experience:
3+ years of relevant experience
Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven experience as an IT Systems Administrator, with a focus on network and endpoint security.
Familiarity with M365, Windows Defender, MDM solutions, VPNs and Secure Data-in-Transit configurations, and GCC compliance standards.
Experience with LAN management, including routing and switching protocols.
Strong organizational skills, especially in documentation and access management.
US Citizenship and an active Secret security clearance
Reasonable Accommodations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. FRDA, LLC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, FRDA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, employees and applicants should contact Human Resources.
FRDA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, train, compensate, discharge or any other term or condition of employment, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, v teran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.