System Administrator, VI SME – TS/SCI Required

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

ASE is looking for a Systems Administrator, VI SME to work in Honolulu, HI.  The Virtual Infrastructure (VI) System Administrator provides day-to-day system administration services and ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets.  This role manages over 300 Virtual Machines (VM) across four VM Operating Environments (VOE) and three different security classifications, working closely with various teams to ensure system and application operations and security.  

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

• Key responsibilities include the maintenance, installation, updating, and security of operating systems and applications, utilizing platforms like VMware vCenter, VMware Horizon View, and VMware ESXi, along with storage solutions such as Rubrik, Cohesity, and Pure Storage. The administrator is tasked with maintaining Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance, managing DoD PKI requirements, and ensuring all systems are integrated into the Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) architecture.
• Additionally, the role involves monitoring security and performance logs, managing ServiceNow tickets, and participating in technical meetings to provide expert recommendations. The administrator will also handle backup and restoration processes, support command exercises and inspections, and manage the Continuity of Operations (COOP) for VOE systems.
• The VI System Administrator is expected to create, maintain, and update VOE Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and provide monthly status reports detailing accomplishments, ongoing issues, and efforts requiring government action. Occasional after-hours and weekend work may be necessary to support service outages. This position requires a proactive approach to system management and strong collaboration with developers and cybersecurity staff to ensure a secure, efficient virtual infrastructure.

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• IAW DoDM 8410.03, must meet Intermediate Proficiency level.
• Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst), GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional), GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials Certification), Security+ CE, or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner).
• BS degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution, preferred.
• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have at least three years of experience managing and supporting VMWare vCenter & Horizon View environments.
• Must have experience securing systems and applications in accordance with Federal, DoD and customer regulations, directives, policies and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG).
• Must have at least two years of experience managing Cisco UCS in a DoD environment.
• Must have experience managing VMware NSX.
• Must have experience managing Rubrik and Cohesity.
• Must have experience managing VMware vSan, vCOPS, vRO, Aria, and ESXi in a DoD environment.
• Must have experience managing Tintri and Pure storage.
• Must have experience supporting Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) agents.
• Must be “VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) 6 [or later]” certified in good standing.
• Must be able to work occasional after-hours and weekend work, as required to support service outages.