Data Systems Administrator

Lukos; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Job summary

Lukos is seeking a Data Systems Administrator to support the United States Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) located at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The role requires a current US Passport, DoD IAT certification, and a SECRET Security Clearance. Responsibilities include providing system management support and improving architecture standards. Ideal candidates should expect frequent travel in support of initiatives throughout the Central Command area.

Full-time employees enjoy competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
• Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements.
• Current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide system management/administrator support for MARCENT CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED data services.
• Define, improve and promote architecture and standards based on ITIL best practices.
• Document and monitor server operation, performance and capacity.

Skills

Current US Passport

DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above

Voice/Video Network Certification

CISCO Certified

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT

Tools

VMware virtual server management

Job description

Minimum Qualifications Summary

• Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
• Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.
• Current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified, Voice/Video Network Certification and qualified on VMware virtual server and desktop management preferably CISCO certified.
• Must possess a SECRET Security Clearance.

Experience Required

• Preferred: Prior experience and operational knowledge of architecture and standards based on Information Technology Information Library (ITIL) best practices.
• Preferred: Prior experience and operational knowledge of system management/administrator support for MARCENT CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED data services.
• Preferred: Prior experience and operational knowledge of server operation, performance and capacity.
• Five years’ military experience.

Job Objective

Under a five-year contract, the Data Systems Administrator will support the United States Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) and subordinate commands. The scope of the requirement includes professional services for MARCENT located aboard MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), Florida, which serves as a Component Command to U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). Specifically, the Data Systems Administrator will support the Communication Directorate (G-6) within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The G-6 provides communication support to MARCENT as well as command, control, communications, and computer (C4) policy advocacy to CENTCOM Communications (CCJ6) and HQMC agencies. The G-6 conducts C4 planning and validation for USMC forces operating in the CENTCOM AOR.

Responsibilities

• Provide system management/administrator support for MARCENT CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED data services.
• Define, improve and promote architecture and standards based on Information Technology Information Library (ITIL) best practices.
• Assist in developing and maintaining mature security procedures.
• Provide senior level guidance on performing functionality, performance, and security audits, generate detailed executive reports outlining risk, and provide technology recommendations.
• Document and monitor server operation, performance and capacity.
• Maintain and be accountable for the direct support of CLASSIFIED and UNCLASSIFIED command services.
• Design, document and write deliverable plans for complex implementations.
• Write and maintain system documentation, standard operating procedures (SOP), and desktop procedures.
• Ensure services are provided to cover 0600 to 1800 Monday thru Friday (excluding Federal Holidays and maintenance schedule hours) and, when required, be available for after core hours consultation and recall.
• Account for system maintenance schedule every Thursday from 1900 to 2300.
• Must be compliant with current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified and qualified on VMware virtual server and desktop management.

Education & Certification

• Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
• Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.
• Current DoD IAT certification Level 1 or above or SEC +, NET + certified, Voice/Video Network Certification and qualified on VMware virtual server and desktop management preferably CISCO certified.

Security Clearance

• Must possess a SECRET Security Clearance.

Work Location

MARCENT, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida.

Travel: Contractor personnel must support the projected travel in support of government requirements to MARCENT AOR and supporting locations, which includes but is not limited to the following countries: Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Djibouti, Cyprus, Turkey, Italy, and Greece. The ideal candidate will be available for travel on less than 24 hours-notice to support personnel recovery and training for forward deployed forces. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to execute OCONUS travel throughout the Central Command (CENTCOM) AOR.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays.

EEO Statement

Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.