Senior Server Lead - SECRET-Cleared, High Availability

Socket.dev

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 122,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Eleven Federal Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Medical plan options

Job summary

PingWind in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Server Lead to direct system administration, virtualization, and DR operations for enterprise platforms. The role emphasizes secure, highly available environments and hands-on leadership across teams.

Responsibilities include managing ESXi/vSphere/vSAN, OpenShift, Windows and Linux servers, and enterprise backup solutions such as Cohesity and Dell PowerProtect. A SECRET clearance and deep experience in 24/7 operations are required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT, CS, or related field.
Senior systems administration in enterprise server, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and DR.
Ability to lead technical staff and coordinate across teams.
SECRET clearance required.

Responsibilities

Lead systems administration and maintenance across ESXi, VMs, OpenShift, Windows/Linux.
Oversee backups, recovery, and DR across multiple platforms.
Validate backup and restoration capabilities and test RPO/RTO.
Coordinate with CIO, government leads, cybersecurity, and developers.
Provide hands-on technical leadership and ensure high availability.