IT Administrator

The System Administrator (Linux/Storage) supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

Expertise and Functions:

• Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers/systems.
• Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain and troubleshoot storage systems/arrays.
• Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management and documentation practices.
• Utilize and follow developer-provided documentation to build and configure server/system hardware and software to baseline specifications.
• Research technologies and leverage optimization techniques to ensure systems operate efficiently.
• Perform necessary physical inspections and research using system/event logs and appropriate tools/software to identify problems, trends and aid in troubleshooting actions.
• Assist integration managers in problem definition and root cause analysis as needed.
• Provide timely updates to appropriate team leaders, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks and troubleshooting efforts.
• Make recommendations to plan, develop and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements.
• Collaborate and communicate with internal and external team members and customers as needed.
• Identify developer-documentation errors and provide appropriate channels / personnel for correction.
• Use REMEDY ticketing system to report, track and document problems and resolution life-cycle actions on faulty systems.
• Perform evening shift work and weekend duty as needed to meet off-hour mission activities.

Education/Training:

Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• HS Diploma (or GED) and 12 years of general experience
• Associate's degree and 10 years of general experience
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of general experience
• Master's degree and 6 years of general experience

• Current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE required

Experience:

• Must have 7 years of directly related experience in IT systems, installing and configuring operating systems and virtual machines, and troubleshooting
• Must have 1 year of experience working in a management or leadership role
• Must have strong knowledge of storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, cloud storage, and backup solutions.
• Must have familiarity with storage management tools (e.g. NetApp, EMC, Dell, IBM, etc.)
• Must have experience with storage protocols (e.g. iSCSI, FC, NFS, SMB)
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex storage related issues
• Must have experience building, configuring and deploying servers/systems using VMware 7.0 (or higher)
• Must have administration experience on RHEL 7 and 8 using Command Line Interface

Desired Experience:

• Have experience working with Ansible automation
• Have network troubleshooting experience
• Have experience implementing Multi Factor Authentication methodology
• Have experience with H P server hardware Have experience with NetApp Storage
• Knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems and MDIOC operations
• Have Project Management experience
• Degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline

Requirements

Security:

• Must be a US citizen
• Candidate must be in possession of a Secret Security Clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources