Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Systems Administrator, Advanced for our client located in Tallahassee, FL.

This position is onsite in Tallahassee, FL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1. Client interviews are required to be done in-person.

Job Overview:

The Enterprise Systems Administrator shall serve as the Department's Subject Matter Expert. The duties and responsibilities of this position are as follows:

• Perform management activities on Microsoft Azure Entra ID and Active Directory;
• Develop and maintain processes that optimize Microsoft server and Azure resources;
• Develop, deploy, and maintain processes that optimize Amazon Web Services (AWS) services and resources;
• Analyze Azure resource performance to identify resource contention and recommend changes or upgrades as needed to ensure optimization;
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, standards, procedures, and systems documentation;
• Collaborate with OIT, data center staff, and users to perform resource deployments, upgrades, and configuration changes;
• Administer and configure Azure infrastructure security as needed for OIT staff and users;
• Assist Azure application owners, administrators, and users with appropriate application access;
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve Windows server issues with minimal impact on users;
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve Linux server issues with minimal impact on users;
• Develop and write PowerShell scripts to be used to monitor server properties and perform Active Directory and Azure management activities;
• Research and recommend appropriate technical solutions to meet functional requirements;
• Provide recommendations for possible process improvements within the Department’s infrastructure team;
• Create schedules for the development and implementation of specific software systems; and
• Perform additional Systems Administrator tasks as required by the Department.

NOTE: This position is designated as “essential staff” and is expected to report for duty when instructed to do so in times of emergency or potential emergency as required by Section 33-208.002(4), F.A.C.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Windows Server administration experience, including 3+ years administering Windows Server 2016 and newer;
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure or cloud technologies;
• 2+ years of AWS experience;
• 5+ years of Active Directory, Domain Name System (DNS), and Group Policy administration experience in an enterprise environment with 1,000 or more users;
• 3+ years of Linux server experience;
• Experience writing, testing, and executing PowerShell scripts;
• Experience working in a virtual server/Cloud environment; and
• Experience installing, maintaining, and supporting 3rd party applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing projects with a large, distributed user base;
• Experience developing and managing schedules for multiple projects;
• Experience working in the Microsoft Azure Government and AWS clouds;
• Experience with state government projects;
• Experience managing and reporting projects in compliance with Rule 60GG-1, F.A.C.;
• Experience working with technical programming teams;
• Ability to demonstrate a professional can-do attitude with the initiative to solve complex problems;
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders;
• Knowledge of IT standards in a criminal justice environment;
• Knowledge in other IT areas such as programming, data analytics, etc.;
• A team player attitude with a high-energy level and diligent work ethic; and
• Ability to meet or exceed deadlines, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and organize and prioritize activities.

Education:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or four (4) years of equivalent work experience is required. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis when applicable.

Advanced Systems Design, Inc. is:

• A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.
• A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.
• A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 46-year track record of providing successful, innovative solutions for our government customers.
• A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. 
• Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to:
  • the pre-employment testing protocol:
    • background investigation
    • drug screening

Our Employees:

• Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States
• Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
  • Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
  • Professional Certification Incentive Plan
  • Employee Referral Plan
  • Technology Exposure

For additional information regarding Advanced Systems Design, please check out our WEBSITE  or click HERE for all current job openings.

Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.