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Penn State University is hiring an IT Platform Administrator to support the Applied Research Laboratory's secure, classified computing environments. The role covers systems administration, virtualization, and compliance work across a highly classified research and administrative network.

Highlights

Administer Windows and Linux systems across physical and virtual environments, including AD account and group management
Operate VMware/Hyper-V virtualization platforms, building VMs, templates, and snapshots
Apply DISA STIGs and track remediation to support DoD/NIST compliance audits
Monitor system and network health, deploying Splunk forwarders and building alerting dashboards
Provide on-site hardware, provisioning, and cabling support for the Warminster facility
Maintain SOPs and runbooks for system administration, access management, and incident response
Requires a bachelor's degree, current or attainable Top Secret clearance eligibility, and U.S. citizenship
Offers a salary range of $75,468-$145,428 plus Penn State's full benefits package

IT Platform Administrator (ARL) Full Description

Penn State University's Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is hiring an IT Platform Administrator for its Information Technology Services Division. The role provides systems administration, computing support, and specialized services that keep ARL's classified research and administrative systems secure, compliant, and reliable.

You will:

Provide end-user support across secure networks, troubleshooting medium/complex issues and maintaining Jira tickets, change requests, and asset records
Complete on-site hardware, provisioning, peripheral, networking, and cabling tasks for the Warminster facility
Administer Windows and Linux systems across physical and virtual environments, including AD account and group management
Operate and maintain VMware/Hyper-V virtualization platforms, creating VMs, templates, and snapshots
Apply DISA STIGs, remediate findings, and support audits to meet DoD/NIST compliance controls
Monitor system and network health, deploying Splunk forwarders and building alerts and dashboards
Develop and maintain SOPs for system administration, access management, backup/restore, patching, and incident response
Drive continuous improvement by standardizing runbooks and automating routine tasks to reduce Mean Time to Resolution

Required skills and experience:

Current eligibility for Top Secret-level access to classified information, subject to a government background investigation
Ability to obtain and maintain an information security certification (Security+, CASP+, or CySA+)
Windows/Linux administration, including AD/Group Policy, provisioning, patching, and baseline management
VMware administration (vRealize, vSphere, NSX, SRM) and basic network administration (L2 switching, VLANs, port security)
Splunk Universal Forwarders and log ingestion monitoring; scripting and automation with PowerShell/Bash
Jira Service Management ticketing, change control, and ITIL incident/problem practices

Education and experience: Bachelor's degree and 1-3+ years of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience), depending on level.

Compensation and benefits: The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $75,468-$145,428. Penn State offers a full benefits package for full-time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Employment requires eligibility to obtain a government security clearance, participation in ARL's drug testing program, and U.S. citizenship.

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