Overview: 

Applied Physical Sciences (APS), a subsidiary of General Dynamics, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior IT Systems Administrator to join our growing team. In this critical role, you will support and enhance enterprise-level information systems while driving the adoption of new technologies across the organization. 

Job Functions and Responsibilities: 

  • Contribute to IT and cybersecurity compliance initiatives, including NIST 800-171 and CMMC frameworks, by writing/revising policy, implementing processes, and maintaining audit records. 
  • Design, Deploy, implement, and support new technologies for both end users and administrators, across on-prem and cloud environments. 
  • Lead and support IT break/fix escalations, operations, updates, lifecycle refreshes, and add/change activities. 
  • Help manage records labeling and retention efforts. 
  • Manage and remediate vulnerabilities in CUI and higher classification networks to maintain a secure, compliant enterprise environment. 
  • Support cybersecurity monitoring, analysis, and response efforts. 

Required Attributes and Skills: 

  • Professional experience of 7 or more years is desired but may not be required in all circumstances. 
  • A strong track record supporting enterprise IT systems across desktop support, server administration, virtualization, compliance, and cybersecurity operations. 
  • Experience with end-user support, break/fix tasks, and routine IT operations. 
  • Experience evaluating and implementing new systems based on business needs.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration and enterprise Windows environments. 
  • Experience supporting IT regulatory compliance programs (e.g., NIST 800-171, CMMC). 
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required). 

Preferred Attributes and Skills: 

  • Experience with Microsoft Purview and data governance programs, both designing and implementing them. 
  • SIEM experience and comfort investigating security alerts. 
  • Linux administration capability in an enterprise setting.
  • Experience managing a Microsoft 365 GCC-High tenant.
  • Knowledge of L2/L3 networking. 
  • Familiarity with Tenable.SC or Nessus vulnerability platforms.
  • Strong documentation and communication skills. 

This position is located in the Groton, CT office. 

APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of the General Dynamics Corporation, offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and comfortable working conditions. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance. Please note, obtaining a security clearance is a condition of employment which typically requires US citizenship and a thorough background investigation.  

 Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at www.aphysci.com, fax them to 860-495-1744, Attn: Human Resources, or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.  

EOE: Vet/Disability  

Invitation to Self-Identify
In keeping with our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Applied Physical Sciences invites all applicants to self-identify pre-offer as a protected veteran and/or an individual with a disability. 

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Job Category: Information Technology
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Groton CT

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