Senior Systems Administrator

Primary Responsibilities

• Install operating system software, patches, and upgrades
• Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve system hardware, software, and networking issues
• Configure, optimize, fine-tune, and monitor operating system software and hardware
• Conduct server builds
• Create complex operational databases, software configuration control and system interfaces for computer systems related to customer requirements
• Maintain file servers, network access; document, analyze and troubleshoot systems anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
• Manage daily activities of configuration and operation of systems and perform system capacity analysis and planning
• Document and maintain servers, create monitoring reports and logs, and ensure functionality of system links
• Monitor systems for acceptable performance and user accessibility, establish backups, and monitor system security
• Apply appropriate OS and Application security patches in an expeditious manner
• Supervise technical staff; develop and coordinate project directions and schedules to maximize benefits and minimize impacts on the customer organization
• Perform multiple tasks concurrently and respond to emergency situations effectively
• Plan, execute, and adhere to backup policies and disaster recovery procedures
• Follow Authorized Service Interruptions procedures when appropriate

Required Qualifications

• TS or Secret w/SSBI (Tier 5 Investigation)
• DoD 8570 IAT II (e.g., Security + CE)
• One of the following certifications: MCSA Server 2016, Azure Administrator AZ-104 , or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate level of experience based on position level
• 1-5 years of System Admin experience

Shift Work and Travel

Shift work may be required to support real-world or contingency operations. Some travel may be required.

Desired Qualifications / Experience

• MCSE certification
• Extensive troubleshooting and problem resolution experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Active Directory, GPO, and account maintenance experience
• A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use an engineering implementation plan and make it work from cradle to grave
• Has or is willing to expand their IT skills to include Linux, networking, or mission-related applications