Systems Administrator//Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Administrator

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).