IT Administrator with Security Clearance

Description 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