Senior Systems Administrator / Release Manager

DecisionPoint Corporation

Scott Air Force Base, IL

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SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Automation, Calendar Management, Change Control, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Corporate Policies, Data Recovery, Disaster Recovery, Docker, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Environmental Issues, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Genetics, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Identify Issues, Internet Security, Jenkins, Linux Administration, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Production Support, Production Systems, Quality Assurance, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Release Management/Engineering, Secret Clearance, Security Compliance, Software Administration, Software Patches, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Transportation and Logistics, United States Department of Defense (DoD)

LOCATION

Scott Air Force Base, IL

POSTED

Today

Overview

DecisionPoint Corporation is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator / Release Manager to support our U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Integrated Booking System (IBS) program. This role is responsible for managing system environments, supporting infrastructure operations, and leading release management activities to ensure reliable and secure deployment of mission-critical transportation and logistics systems.The Senior Systems Administrator / Release Manager will oversee system administration across development, test, and production environments while coordinating software releases, deployments, and configuration changes. This role ensures system stability, operational readiness, and alignment with program schedules and compliance requirements.The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in Linux system administration, release management processes, and environment coordination within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Administer and maintain Linux-based systems (RHEL or similar) across development, test, and production environments
Manage and coordinate software releases and deployments, ensuring alignment with program schedules and change control processes
Develop and maintain release management processes, including planning, scheduling, and execution of releases
Coordinate with development, QA, and DevSecOps teams to ensure successful deployment of applications and updates
Maintain system configurations, ensuring consistency across environments
Monitor system performance, availability, and security, and resolve issues in a timely manner
Support implementation of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation processes
Ensure compliance with DoD security requirements, including STIGs and RMF controls
Perform system patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities
Maintain release documentation, deployment procedures, and configuration records
Support troubleshooting of system and deployment issues across environments
Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures
Participate in Change Control Board (CCB) activities and support configuration management processes
Provide after-hours support for production releases and system issues as needed
Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to ensure system integrity and compliance

Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance
IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ CE preferred)
Minimum 5-7+ years of experience in system administration and/or release management
Strong experience with Linux system administration (RHEL preferred)
Experience managing software releases and deployment processes in enterprise environments
Experience working with CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins, or similar)
Strong understanding of system configuration management and environment coordination
Experience with patching, system monitoring, and performance tuning
Familiarity with DoD security requirements, including STIGs and RMF
Ability to troubleshoot system and deployment issues across environments
Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred:

Experience supporting USTRANSCOM or DoD transportation/logistics systems
Experience working in AWS or cloud-based environments (GovCloud preferred)
Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, or similar)
Experience supporting DevSecOps environments and Agile development teams
Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience participating in configuration management and CCB processes

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

EEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of DecisionPoint Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action laws, directives and regulations to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State or Local laws.
Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should DecisionPoint Corporation. or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.

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