Senior Systems Administrator

Nisga'a TEK, LLC; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Nisga'a Tek, LLC in Fort Belvoir, VA, seeks a Senior Systems Administrator to ensure stable operation of in-house systems and networks. You will plan, install, configure, maintain, support, and optimize server and network software and communications across multiple locations, delivering reliable IT services in a defense-focused environment.

The role requires a technical Bachelor's, DoD 8570 Baseline (IAT II/III), SECRET clearance, and 10 years of IT experience with at least 4 years hands-on in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• DoD 8570 Baseline Certification: IAT II or IAT III.
• SECRET clearance.
• 10 years specialized IT experience.
• 4+ years hands-on with installing, configuring, maintaining software.
• Experience with server administration and domain administration.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and directs the configuration and operation of information management systems.
• Analyzes and resolves end user software program and connectivity issues.
• Conducts capacity and performance analysis and provides system configuration change and upgrade recommendations.
• Increases system administrator efficiency via automated tools and scripts; develops procedures and training.
• Provides end user training.
• Provides recommendations on technology direction to align with business vision.
• Provides local and remote maintenance support to systems deployed at multiple locations.
• Support includes maintenance, upgrades, and new installs of servers and applications.
• Directs work of other system administrators for day-to-day admin tasks.
• Applies advanced knowledge of application networking, including load balancing and fault tolerance.
• Performs vulnerability management.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

8570 Baseline Certification: IAT II or IAT III

SECRET clearance

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Cloud environments

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Global in service but local in approach, Nisga'a Tek is committed to high-quality service to those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. Providing intelligence, IT, cyber security, training, logistics, administrative, acquisition, and background investigation services.

Summary

The Senior Systems Administrator ensures stable operation of the in-house computer software systems and network connections. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network software and communication links.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Organizes and directs the configuration and operation of information management systems.
• Analyzes and resolves end user software program and connectivity issues.
• Conducts capacity and performance analysis and provides system configuration change and upgrade recommendations.
• Increases system administrator efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts, develops system administrator procedures, and conducts system administrator training and skills assessment.
• Provides end user training.
• Provides recommendations on technology direction to align with business vision.
• Provides local and remote maintenance support to various operational systems deployed at more than one location.
• Support includes general maintenance, upgrades, and new installs of servers and applications.
• Directs the work of other system administrators to provide the day-to-day system administration to include system and resource optimization, and user assistance.
• Applies advanced technical knowledge of application networking, including load balancing applications, and ensuring fault tolerance.
• Performs vulnerability management.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to plan and deliver technical solutions independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• Certification: Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority.
• Ten (10) years specialized experience (Specialized experience is defined as progressive experience in the field of Information Processing, where the majority are specialized in numerous specialized Information Processing disciplines involving a range of hardware/software solutions.
• At least four years of which are concentrated, hand-on experience in installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving issues with various software).
• 8570/8140: DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT II or IAT III
• Computing Environment: Server Admin M and Domain Admin Z (Cloud or Microsoft Operating System per DLA Approved CE).
• SECRET Clearance

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $155,000.00 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.