We are seeking qualified, talented personnel to join their new team in a dynamic, client-focused environment. The environment consists of supporting 7 classified and unclassified networks of approximately 150 end-users, 50 physical and virtual Windows Servers, 10 physical and virtual Linux Servers, 500 Desktop Operating Systems, 40 network switches, and 15 printers across 4 facilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Perform Systems Administration duties such as:
· Installing and configuring software and hardware
· Managing network servers and technology tools
· Setting up accounts, workstations and servers
· Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
· Troubleshoot issues and outages under the guidance of the Government IT Lead
· Ensure security through access controls, auditing and firewalls
· Participate in upgrading systems with new releases and models
· Help to specify system requirements and design solutions
· Research and make recommendations on server system administration
· Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies as they emerge
· Ensure documentation is in place and accurate
Perform Network Administration duties such as:
· Supporting, configuring, maintaining and upgrading networks and in house servers
· Install and integrate new server hardware and applications while keeping an eye out for needed updates
· Support and administer third-party applications, and ensure network security and connectivity
· Perform monitoring network performance and testing for weaknesses
· Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords
· Assist the Government IT Lead in Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) resolving problems reported by end user
· Help define network policies and procedures
Underlying Technologies:
The underlying technologies include, but are not limited to:
· Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems,
· Red Hat Enterprise Linux,
· VMWare Cloud Foundation,
· CA ArcServe Backup,
· ACAS (Nessus),
· SolarWinds Products,
· .Net Framework,
· Microsoft SQL Server,
· MySQL,
· Microsoft SharePoint Server, and
· CISCO Switches.
Required skills and experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience)
· 5 years’ experience with 2+ years working in a TS processing environment
· Working knowledge of layer 2 and 3 network principles
· Knowledge of PowerShell and WMI ArcServe backup software support and configuration
· Experience with maintaining on-site server hardware & software
· Experience configuring and implementing Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
· Experience working with Active Directory
· Knowledge of Cisco IOS commands to configure network equipment and troubleshoot issues
· Sound knowledge of VMware ESXi, vCenter, and related technologies
· Minimum DoD 8140 IAT-II (Sec+ CE) certification required
· Required to meet and maintain compliance with DoD 8140. This typically includes holding a baseline qualification certificate (e.g., Security+ or equivalent) appropriate to their primary IT role.
Operational environment relies heavily on specific Computing Environments (CE), which traditionally require role-specific CE certifications (CCNA for Network Administrator).