What are the responsibilities and job description for the SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (TS CLEARED) position at NorthHill Technology?
NorthHill Technology Resources has a need for a Systems Engineer to support a Federal Program at in Springfield, VA. This is a direct-hire role with our client, a fast-growing Federal Integrator. Outstanding compensation and benefits. Due to the nature of the work, active Top Secret Clearance is required, client will process for CI Polygraph.
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Springfield, VA
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 1/2/3 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:
The employee will need to be able to lift/move/carry equipment as necessary (max 65 pounds)
Desired Skills:
US Citizenship Required
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Springfield, VA
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 1/2/3 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 1, 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
- Provide Installation of PC hardware, Server hardware, and network connections
- Install/load operating system and application software using PowerShell, PDQ, or SCCM software deployment tools
- Isolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving the applications, the operating system, the hardware, the communications infrastructure, or any combination
- 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, licensing, 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 and security patches by reviewing ACAS scans and working with ISSO's to mitigate findings
- Maintain operational, configuration, and other standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Verify system availability with existing Enterprise tools
- Bachelor's Degree and 5 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 CI Poly
- UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration
- Experience working with trouble ticket reporting and tracking systems such as Service
- 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.
- Strong documentation skills, experience work with MS office products especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong customer support skills providing support to end users.
The employee will need to be able to lift/move/carry equipment as necessary (max 65 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
US Citizenship Required
