What are the responsibilities and job description for the VMware Systems Administrator position at ALTA IT Services, LLC?
ALTA IT Services is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed individual to fill the role of a Systems Administrator (VMWare Focused) for an existing government client. The place of performance is in Alexandria, VA. Hybrid for now. Max salary is $90K. Must have a Secret Clearance.
Responsibilities
Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
Responsibilities
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair enterprise server/workstation systems as well as Microsoft Windows domain environments to include active directory, systems backups, archiving and disaster recovery.
- Demonstrate understanding and administration of VMware vSphere, Dell PowerEdge servers, and Microsoft Active Directory/Group Policy as well as be knowledgeable of network fundamentals and security protocols of technical systems.
- A degree in the field of computer science or a related discipline is preferred
- Technical certification is a plus (e.g., COMP TIA Security , A or related disciplines).
- Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience within a WAN/LAN environment
- The Systems Administrator should have experience with:
- Administration/upgrade of VMware vSphere and vSAN, versions 6.7, 7, and 8 including:
- Administration of ESXi hosts
- Updating of ESXi hosts
- Monitor utilization and performance of VMs across several sites
- Administration/repair of Dell PowerEdge gen 13,14, 16 servers
- Monitor all servers for failed hardware
- Work with Logistics to replacement parts via warranty and ship to post
- Work with remote personal to replace parts as needed
- Administration of enterprise-wide Active Directory and Group
- Administration of Microsoft domain controllers including promotion, demotion, and deployment of read-only domain controllers.
- Create and modify existing GPOs as needed to support applications and server deployments and upgrades
- Troubleshoot group policy issues/conflicts
- Windows Server 2012R2 upgrades to Windows Server 2019/2022
- Build replacement systems in advance of migration
- Coordinate with post and application teams to cutover to new systems with minimal downtime
- Execute PowerShell scripts to complete migration tasks
- Administration of Symantec EndPoint Protection Manager and client including:
- Updating virus definition files as needed on an air-gapped network
- Updating license files as needed on an air-gapped network
- Troubleshooting of server and client issues
- Experience executing, MS PowerShell Scripts including (but not limited to) working with the following modules and command line tools:
- Dell racadm
- Active Directory Power Shell Module
- SQL Server Power Shell Module
- VMware PowerCLI
- Experience with the following applications is a plus:
- SCCM/MECM
- Avamar Virtual Edition/Data Domain Virtual Edition
- Knowledgeable of telecommunications protocols and router switch configurations.
- Must be able to provide periodic 24/7 on-call support via rotating schedule
- Other related duties as assigned
Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
Salary : $90,000
