What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Principal Systems Administrator & Storage Backup Architect position at TCS?
At Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc., our team of professionals tackles many of our countrys most difficult engineering and technology challenges to further our countrys defense and space programs. At TCS, we strive to provide our people with a strong, interesting career along with strong benefits and work-life balance.
This position supports the United States Armys Integrated Air and Missile Defense [IAMD] Battle Command System (IBCS). This system is used to protect the US and our allies from air and missile threats. This program is used to integrate numerous air and missile defense systems (THAAD, PATRIOT, PAC-3, IFPC) with various radars and sensors to effectively manage and operate these defensive weapon systems through a seamless battlefield management system.
These positions require US citizenship, an existing DoD clearance (Secret or higher), and on-site work at a facility in Huntsville, Alabama (telework is not available).
**** This position is contingent upon receipt of additional funding
Job Overview: System Administrator (Storage and Backup)
The successful candidate will perform job duties as a Computer Systems Architect specializing in Storage and Backup Solutions. They will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing and maintaining storage and backup systems to ensure data integrity, availability, and security. Storage and backup solutions are in multiple lab environments operating in support of the IBCS Product Line in Huntsville, Alabama. The candidate will work closely with their Infrastructure teammates to support and enhance our infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices.
- Identifies, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies.
- Develops and recommends corrective actions.
- Manage and maintain storage and backup systems, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage solutions
- Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability
- Perform regular data backups and recovery operations
- Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans
- Troubleshoot and resolve storage and backup-related issues.
- Collaborate with other IT team members to support overall infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with data protection and security policies
- Document system configurations, procedures, and policies
- Regular patching and upgrade cycles
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience: 8 Years with Bachelor of Science; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Years with PhD; or 12 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Current DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security , CISSP, etc.)
- Proficiency with storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, and cloud storage
- Experience with backup software and tools (e.gI c., Veeam, Commvault, NetBackup)
- Strong understanding of data protection and disaster recovery principles
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Storage , VMware Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator)
- Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux , RHCSA, Net , CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.)
- Broad knowledge of systems administrations to include multiple technologies i.e., (Windows, Linux, Cisco, VMware, NetApp)
- Scripting using Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell
- Experience with Dell Powerstore storage solutions
- Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication
- Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
- Knowledge of scripting and automation (e.g., Ansible Automation, Python)
- Bachelors degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)
The application period for the job is estimated to be 60 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
If this position sounds interesting to you, and you meet the requirements listed; then we would love to discuss this position with you. It is our hope that we can find a position that would match your career goals and would provide a good, interesting career for you. TCS offers a strong complement of benefits, leave, 401(k), etc.
Apply online or visit us at www.tcs-inc.com
TCS is an EEO Employer.
