PKI System Administrator

Leidos

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
DC
Salary
$73,450–$132,775 / yr
Posted
17 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $164k
This role $103k
$59k most similar roles pay here $213k

This role pays less than 94% of similar roles. Most pay $131,000–$196,668 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $103k versus about $164k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 227 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 221 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · PKI System Administrator

Leidos seeks an experienced System Administrator to join its dynamic team supporting a large enterprise IT contract for the DOD. This role involves leading operations across multiple geographic locations, providing systems and software support in a complex network environment. The administrator will interact with customers and senior managers to resolve issues, implement PKI technologies, and ensure server maintenance and security compliance. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting PKI-related problems, training remote Trusted Agents, and documenting solutions for technical issues. Ideal candidates possess expertise in PKI technologies like RCVS, OCSP, and Certificate Authorities, along with experience using ITSM tools such as ServiceNow. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, alongside a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

What you'll do

  • Implement and troubleshoot complex PKI systems and related tools.
  • Maintain operational security strategies and policies across the O&M function.
  • Design solutions to active directory and Windows technical issues, documenting findings.
  • Mentor junior team members in troubleshooting and system maintenance tasks.
  • Handle customer inquiries and provide training for remote Trusted Agents on PKI.

What we're looking for

  • Mastery of Identity and Access Management (IdAM) technical areas and broad expertise across multiple systems.
  • Experience with PKI technologies including RCVS, OCSP, Certificate Authorities, and token card management for 2FA.
  • Familiarity with Intelligence Community (IC) systems security standards and tools.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with customers and senior managers.
  • Experience using IT Service Management (ITSM) tools like ServiceNow to track and resolve customer incidents.
  • Ability to work independently on technical solutions and mentor junior team members.
  • TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required or willingness to obtain.

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