Enterprise Security System (ESS) Administrator (Onsite Glynco, GA REF1870X) at Citizant

Position Summary:  The Enterprise Security System (ESS) Administrator is responsible for the design configuration administration and lifecycle management of the FLETC Enterprise Security System (ESS)a mission-critical environment supporting physical security access control and monitoring systems.This role requires strong expertise in server database storage and security technologies and the ability to ensure ESS performance availability and compliance with federal security and IT standards. The ESS Administrator plays a key role in maintaining system integrity resolving technical issues and coordinating upgrades and enhancements across enterprise environments.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign install configure and maintain Enterprise Security System (ESS) components including servers databases and storage infrastructure.Administer and manage ESS software platforms ensuring optimal performance security and uptime across all sites.Perform system upgrades patching and version management to ensure compliance with DHS policies.Monitor system performance and implement proactive measures to prevent outages or degradation.Troubleshoot diagnose and resolve ESS hardware and software issues coordinating with vendors and internal support teams as needed.Implement and maintain security controls user access management and audit logging to protect ESS data and configurations.Conduct system testing and validation following configuration changes upgrades or incident remediation.Maintain detailed technical documentation including configurations architecture diagrams maintenance logs and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Collaborate with IT cybersecurity and physical security personnel to ensure alignment between ESS operations and enterprise IT infrastructure.Support backup disaster recovery and continuity planning for ESS-related systems and data.Provide user and administrator training on ESS tools features and procedures as required.Qualifications : Required Qualifications5 - 8 years of demonstrated expertise in server database storage and security technologies supporting enterprise-level systems.Hands-on experience designing installing configuring administering and managing integrated security or monitoring systems.Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with both software and hardware components.Ability to test monitor and optimize system performance in complex enterprise environments.Familiarity with Windows Server SQL databases and enterprise storage systems.Strong documentation and communication skills with the ability to coordinate across IT and security teams.U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain or maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance (Secret preferred).Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting Enterprise Security Systems in a federal or large campus environment.Certifications such as CompTIA Security Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent.Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800 series FISMA DHS 4300A).Experience integrating physical and IT security systems.Strong understanding of network connectivity firewall rules and system hardening best practices.Education:Bachelors degree in a relevant field of study (preferred)Clearance: U.S. citizenship is requiredDHS Public Trust or higher (Secret preferred) Salary Range:The expected pay range for this position is up to $95000 yearly.  The exact pay rate will vary based on skills experience and location.Citizant offers a competitive benefits package including:Medical dental and vision insurance401(k)Generous PTOCompany-paid life and disability insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition Assistance & Professional Development ProgramAdditional Information : Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Active Directory,VMware,Computer Networking,Microsoft Windows Server,Solaris,Windows,Linux,SAN,Shell Scripting,System Administration,Dns,CentOS Experience: years Vacancy: 1