Senior Systems Administrator (Okta)

Description

Remote

Contingent Upon Contract Award

Connected Logistics is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (Okta) to support DLA's Information Operations J62FG. This program is responsible for the application development and sustainment of several identity-related programs in Legacy AMPS. J62FG is also responsible for supporting applications that are migrating from Legacy AMPS to DOW E-ICAM.

The Senior Systems Administrator (Okta) ensures the stable operation of DLA’s Okta environments. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network software and communication links within DLA’s Okta footprint.  

Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Systems Administrator (Okta) directs the work of other system administrators to provide the day-to-day system administration to include system and resource optimization, and user assistance.  Specific duties for this position include but aren't limited to:

• Organizes and directs the configuration and operation of DLA’s Okta. 
• Analyzes and resolves end user software program and connectivity issues. 
• Conducts capacity and performance analysis and provides system configuration change and upgrade recommendations.
• Increases system administrator efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts, develops system administrator procedures, and conducts system administrator training and skills assessment. 
• Provides end user training. 
• Provides recommendations on technology direction to align with business vision. 
• Provides local and remote maintenance support to various operational systems within the DLA Okta footprint. 
• Applies advanced technical knowledge of application networking, including load balancing applications, and ensuring fault tolerance. 
• Supports general maintenance, upgrades, and new installs of servers and applications. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Possess Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.) knowledge. 
• Possess experience working with DoD/DLA.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Possess five (5) years of overall professional experience supporting Okta environments with progressively higher responsibility in the IT field.
• Possess demonstrable experience deploying and maintaining Okta environments for large enterprises. Personnel will also be well-versed in configuring Okta integrations to work with typical enterprise technologies like Active Directory, firewalls, APIs, Zero Trust endpoints, etc. 
• Possess a relevant Okta certification from a nationally recognized technical authority, such as Okta.
• Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) at time of proposal submission.

Total Rewards Statement

We believe in fairness and clarity throughout our hiring process. The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $120,000.00 USD. This is a good-faith range based on factors such as your experience, geographic location, and any applicable contractual requirements, and may vary slightly.

Beyond salary, we provide a robust benefits package and encourage ongoing professional development, because your growth and well-being matter to us. We’re excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us!

Connected Logistics respects the need for confidentiality for all applicants.

Connected Logistics offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, and generous Paid Time Off.

EOE/Disability/Veterans