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).