Systems Administrator

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Location: Langley, VA

Eligibility: Candidate must possess a TS/SCI Clearance w/ a Full Scope
Polygraph

Job Description:

Maintains an organization's computer systems' workflows and is
responsible for the upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of
computer systems, As a Systems Administrator, you will work closely with
both on-site and remote users to coordinate site visits and upgrades,
provide on-site and remote resolution support for trouble calls, and
provide TIER 2/3 support of Unix/Windows workstations and servers,
including Web servers, network attached storage devices, and stored data
in support of business processing requirements.

Job Duties:
• Systems administration of desktop and server systems connected to
local and wide area networks. Desktop system management responsibilities
involving account monitoring, security, Operating System (OS)
installation, and other local area system administration related
functions.
• Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of
IT systems and management of system infrastructure and any processes
related to these systems
• Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations,
monitoring and problem resolution for all of the
client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem identification, diagnosis and
resolution
• Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to
agency management and internal customers
• Install/load operating system and application software
• Isolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving the
applications, the operating system, the hardware, the communications
infrastructure, or any combination therefore
• Troubleshoot, maintain integrity and configure network components
along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve
reliability and performance
• Perform software installations and upgrades to Unix/Windows operating
systems and layered software packages and maintains them in accordance
with established policies, procedures and service level agreements;
evaluation and installation of software/hardware patches and resolution
of software related problems associated with COTS/GOTS products
• Create and follow procedures to maintain and manage multiple linked
databases including security, data safety and integrity, disaster
recovery, and bulk data import/exports.
• Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center
equipment
• Communicate/coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance windows with
potentially impacted customers
• Collaborate and contribute to the development, administration, and
testing of backup and recovery plans
• Ensure systems are secure to STIG guidelines by utilizing tools such
as Retina and HBSS
• Maintain operational, configuration, and other standard operating
procedures (SOPs)
• Verify system availability with existing Enterprise tools
• Provide 24/7 mission essential support with possibility of being
recalled, and required to report to work during inclement weather based
on mission requirements
• Core site hours of support are 0530-1800 hours

Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent
combination of education and years of experience.
• Must have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent
within 90 days of hire
• TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain Full Scope Poly
• UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration
• Experience working with trouble reporting and tracking systems such as
Security+
• Ability to respond to after hour calls “provide on-call support"
• Ability to travel 0-20% to local area sites as well as other locations
with similar architecture/footprint.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment.
Physical Requirements:
The employee will need to be able to lift/move/carry equipment as
necessary (max 40 pounds)
Desired Skills:
• Experience in the imagery intelligence domain a plus
• Ability to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplines on
Windows, Linux, and Solaris
systems
• Knowledge of the Customer's processes and procedures and of the
Customer's production
systems a plus
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment.
• Ability to function as a team member and independently
• Prefer skills in one or more of the following: Window Server, Red Hat,
IRIX, Solaris,
Sybase, Informix, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain
• General knowledge of database administration, network administration
and possess
network configuration management skills.
• Must have a valid US passport

Location: Customer Site

US Citizenship Required