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Senior Systems Administrator

JS Consulting
Arlington, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

Job Title : Senior Systems Administrator

Location : Arlington VA (23 day Onsite / week)

Duration : 6 Months CTH

Interview : Webex

Job Description :

They want a strong sys admin who is also a strategical and tactical guy. 820 years experience very mature can work with stakeholders and function well in a small company. They are getting us quick feedback we just have not hit the target on the submittals

  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Have resumes that are no more than 3 pages long (they will not consider any resumes longer that that)
  • Have a strong presence can be in a lead role
  • Have resumes that map to the primary skills mentioned including :
  • Windows administration (more windows than linux)
  • Linux administration
  • Cloud infrastructure management (AWS AZURE)
  • Virtualization (VMWare)
  • Networking (TCP / IP DNS DHCP)
  • Firewall IDS / IP endpoint SIEM
  • Backup and recovery

Position Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience managing and supporting IT infrastructure ensuring the reliability security and scalability of systems. This role involves maintaining critical systems leading infrastructure projects and providing technical guidance to team members.

Key Responsibilities :

System Maintenance & Monitoring :

  • Manage and maintain server infrastructure (Windows).
  • Monitor system performance to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Perform regular system health checks updates and patch management.
  • Cloud Infrastructure Management :

  • Manage cloud infrastructure (e.g. AWS Azure) to ensure optimal performance.
  • Plan and execute cloud migration strategies.
  • Optimize cloud resource usage and costs through monitoring and automation.
  • Virtualization & Storage Management :
  • Administer virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware HyperV) and storage solutions (e.g. SAN NAS).
  • Monitor and optimize virtualized environments.
  • Set up and manage cloud storage solutions.
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery :
  • Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans.
  • Test recovery solutions regularly to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Network Administration :

  • Manage and maintain network infrastructure including routers switches firewalls and VPNs.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve networkrelated issues.
  • Ensure network security through regular monitoring and best practices.
  • Automation & Scripting :

  • Automate routine tasks using scripting languages such as PowerShell Bash or Python.
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • User & Helpdesk Support :

  • Provide Tier 13 support for escalated technical issues.
  • Mentor and guide team members to improve technical knowledge.
  • Project Management :

  • Lead IT infrastructure projects including system upgrades migrations and deployments.
  • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to implement technology solutions aligned with organizational needs.
  • Vendor Management :

  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
  • Evaluate and recommend hardware software and services to meet IT infrastructure needs.
  • Skills and Qualifications :

    Education & Experience :

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems administration and infrastructure management.
  • Certifications (Preferred) :

  • CompTIA Network Security Linux
  • Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
  • CCNA or CCNP (Preferred)
  • PMP (Preferred)
  • Technical Skills :

  • Operating Systems : Advanced proficiency in Windows Server and Linux.
  • Cloud Services : Expertise in managing AWS and Azure platforms including Azure AD and Azure Apps.
  • Virtualization : Handson experience with VMware HyperV or similar technologies.
  • Networking : Strong knowledge of TCP / IP DNS DHCP VPNs VLANs and firewalls.
  • Security : Experience with firewalls IDS / IPS endpoint protection and SIEM solutions.
  • Backup & Recovery : Proficiency in solutions like Veeam or Acronis.
  • Scripting : Proficiency in automation and scripting (PowerShell Bash Python).
  • Soft Skills :

  • Strong problemsolving and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Key Skills

    Computer Science,Active Directory,Computer information Technology,PowerShell,OS,Windows,Database,SCCM,Linux,SAN,Troubleshoot,Backup,Setup,Technical Support,UNIX

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Vacancy : 1

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