Server Engineer

Ashburn Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in network and security solutions is seeking a Server Engineer to design and maintain server infrastructure for a prominent client. The ideal candidate will ensure system security and performance while managing various server environments, including virtual and cloud services. This is a vital role with responsibilities spanning server management, troubleshooting, and collaboration within IT teams.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field is required.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or VMware Certified Professional are needed.
• Strong technical background to understand infrastructure/environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain server infrastructure ensuring efficiency and security.
• Monitor system performance, apply updates, and manage backups.
• Collaborate with IT teams and mentor junior administrators.

Skills

Server Management

Performance Optimization

Security

Backup & Disaster Recovery

Cloud & Virtualization

Automation & Scripting

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

VMware

Hyper-V

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Ashburn Consulting, a Small Business based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, specializes in providing network and network security solutions in complex environments to a select set of government and business clients. The company, an established leader in its field, is composed of an elite team of engineers and business consultants, each of whom is recognized —and highly regarded— within the network and security communities.

Job Description

Ashburn Consulting is teaming up with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) to advance its digital modernization initiatives by providing robust IT services to support its internal workforce.

The Server Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's server infrastructure. This role is crucial for ensuring that servers operate efficiently, securely, and reliably, supporting various applications and services essential to business operations. The responsibilities include managing, maintaining, and optimizing an organization's server infrastructure, ensuring system security, performance, and availability, and troubleshooting complex issues.

Responsibilities:

• Server Management: Allocate, install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (Windows/Linux).
• Installation and Configuration: Set up and configure server hardware and software to meet organizational requirements. Document server disposition within an enterprise platform.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor system performance and implement upgrades to ensure high availability and efficiency.
• Security & Compliance: Manage security patches and updates to protect against cyber threats.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Implement and manage backup solutions to ensure data integrity and continuity.
• Cloud & Virtualization: Configure and manage cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V, Virtual Desktop, VDI).
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation and system improvements.
• Network Infrastructure: Collaborate with network teams to ensure seamless server-network integration.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Diagnose and resolve server-related incidents to minimize downtime.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain detailed documentation of server configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Mentor junior administrators and work with IT teams to implement best practices.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or VMware Certified Professional.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Willingness to take ownership and be accountable.
• Strong technical background to understand our infrastructure/environment.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

Ashburn Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with the ADAA, applicants needing accommodations should contact [emailprotected].