System Administrator Tier III

Trace Systems Inc.; Manama; On-site; BHD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Trace Systems Inc. is seeking a System Administrator Tier III to maintain and operate government-grade IT systems at NSA Bahrain. The role requires expert AD, GPO, DNS, and Windows Server skills, plus Exchange 2003/2010 experience and strong patching discipline.

The candidate will work with SAN/NAS storage, backups, and monitoring tools such as SCOM/SCCM, producing clear documentation and plans for changes to the network infrastructure.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Active Directory, GPOs, and DNS.
• Expertise in Windows Server 2003/2008 R2 and related services.
• Experience with Exchange 2003/2010 environments.
• Familiar with backup tools like Backup Exec and SNAP Manager.
• Storage expertise in SAN/NAS solutions.
• Strong patching and security update skills.
• Proficient with monitoring tools (SCOM/SCCM).
• Excellent technical documentation and change-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate computer systems and networks.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Windows AD, GPOs, and DNS.
• Manage Exchange 2003/2010 environments.
• Apply vendor patches and updates.
• Work with SAN/NAS storage and backup solutions.
• Document technical details clearly and comprehensively.
• Develop action plans for planned/unplanned network changes.

Skills

Active Directory

GPOs

DNS

Windows Server

Exchange

Backup Exec

SAN/NAS

Patching

Monitoring

SCCM/SCOM

Documentation

Network troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Windows Server 2003

Windows Server 2008/2008 R2

Exchange 2003/2010

Backup Exec

SNAP Manager

SCOM

SCCM

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: System Administrator Tier III

Location: NSA, Bahrain

Job Responsibilities

• The System Administrator Tier I I I Support position will be responsible for maintaining and operating a computer system and/or network.
• Possess expert-level knowledge in deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and Domain Name Service (DNS).
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, including Windows Server 2008(R2) and Windows Server 2003.
• Strong experience in the deployment, administration, and troubleshooting of Microsoft Exchange environments, specifically Exchange 2003 and Exchange 2010.
• Working knowledge of backup solutions, including Symantec Backup Exec and NetApp SIPR/NIPR Access Point (SNAP) Manager.
• Skilled in assessing and applying vendor security patches and updates.
• Proficient with enterprise storage technologies such as Storage Area Networks (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS).
• Experience with server performance optimization and use of monitoring tools.
• Competent in utilizing server configuration and management platforms, including Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
• Solid network troubleshooting capabilities and foundational networking knowledge.
• Capable of producing clear and detailed technical documentation.
• Familiar with developing and executing action plans for both planned and unplanned changes to network infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (Interim Secret Clearance is acceptable).
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 451 – System Administrator, Advanced; and may qualify through education, military training, certifications, or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Masters or Ph.D degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include SecurityX / CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, FITSP-O, GFACT or other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in Windows Server 2003 and Exchange 2003 systems administration.
• At least two (2) years of experience in a military environment.
• Must hold one (1) of the following certifications: SecurityX/CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, CISSA, GCED, GCIH, or CCSP.
• Able to travel to support mission up to 10%.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, OR An associate’s degree plus seven (7) total years of recent specialized experience, OR a certification plus seven (7) years of recent specialized experience, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience.

Trace Systems

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad–– whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.