Systems Administrator MID

Company: Advantis Government Solutions
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

System Administrator (TS Clearance required) - FTE - Colorado Springs, CO
About This Featured Opportunity
Shift work is required to support 24--7 operations. It is important to be available to work any shift/designated hours required to include nights, weekends and holidays on a modified Panama schedule.
The Systems Administrator, plans, implements, and maintains a variety of communication servers, supporting hardware, and related systems while utilizing GOTS and COTS software, Microsoft and Linux services.
Responsibilities

• Providing specifications and other detailed information for architectures, hardware, software, and system components
• Provide implementation techniques and tools for efficient solutions to meet business needs including present and future capacity requirements
• Optimize server and virtual desktop resources for performance
• Evaluate new tools and communication technologies to enhance CMSFS networks and security
• Maintain technical expertise in all areas of servers, system interconnects, interfaces, back-ups, and associated hardware
• Perform STIG remediation of all critical findings; executing downward directed Cyber orders (e.g. NOTAMs, IAVMs, Task Orders, TCNOs, and MTOs)
• Create and manage VMware Horizon virtual desktop infrastructures across all supported enclaves
• Create and manage VMware vSphere server infrastructures across all supported enclaves
• Other duties as assigned
  Requirements
  Clearance: TS/SCI
  Education: N/A
  Certification: DoD IAT Level II or higher
  Experience
  
  • General understanding of DoD and COTS security-related tools
  • Ability to prepare and track system vulnerability documents
  • Troubleshooting skills covering all aspects of the OSI model
  • Interface effectively and efficiently with other teams, departments, and agencies
  • General understanding of Commvault data backup procedures, retention, and restoral processes
  • Ability to create and modify existing group policies
  • General knowledge of VMware ESXi virtual environments
  • Ability to patch/upgrade ESXi hosts and manage all aspects of virtual servers and environments including but not limited to provisioning of new servers, editing virtual server settings, creating templates, and managing provisioned storage
  • Understand Active Directory and be able to perform object creation and modifications
  • Create Security Groups and provide permissions as requested.
    Desired
    
    • Knowledge of Linux and Microsoft operating systems as well as various Microsoft services and applications including SCCM, SQL DHCP, DNS, Print, and Windows Deployment Server (WDS)
    • General knowledge of VMware virtual desktop environment (VMware View Connection Server, vCenter server, vSAN Storage, Nutanix software) and associated dependencies.
    • Understanding of network topologies and protocols.
    • Remedy trouble ticket experience and skills.
      Work Environment
      
      • Work will be performed inside a large facility. An inside environment may be a cubicle (considerations: close quarters, low to moderate noise, bright or dim lighting).
      • Work assignments vary based on client requirements.
      • Work may include travel with the military to participate in exercises in austere conditions
      • Outside work may include various environmental conditions including hot, dusty, cold, icy, and windy climates.
        Physical Requirements
        
        • Sitting at desk. Phone use and PC or laptop. Filing required. May require lifting and carrying boxes of supplies or files up to 25 lbs. Extended periods of sitting while on PC/laptop or phone.
        • May require climbing, working at heights, and in small confined spaces such as under raised floors, inside closets, and server racks. Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel or crouch for long periods of time. Work in noisy areas with hotter and colder temperatures than standard office environmental conditions. Lift and transport equipment up to 50 pounds.
          Equipment And Machines
          
          • General office equipment, which includes: telephone, fax machine, copier, PC/laptop, and other miscellaneous office equipment.
          • Servers, switches, routers, and other computer equipment that supports the network environment.
          • Operating hand tools, power tools, ladders, and test equipment.
          • May require operating motor vehicles.
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