SR WINDOWS SERVER TECHNICIAN

Dice; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator for managing legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX servers. This remote role requires strong expertise in server installation, configuration, and security, along with regulatory clearance. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of related experience and relevant IT certifications. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Telework eligibility

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in large scale Windows Server administration.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting and performance tuning of server environments.
• Must have relevant IA certifications, including at least one specified.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX servers.
• Conduct regular system maintenance and upgrades.
• Develop operating procedures for system monitoring and performance.

Skills

Server administration

Security protocols

Technical troubleshooting

Documentation practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Business Information Systems

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Virtualization technologies

Job description

Overview

This position is local telework eligible to local Hampton Roads area.

Senior administrator, responsible for installation, configuration, and support of all legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX servers within a large retail enterprise environment requiring 24 X 7 uptime. Responsibilities include building, installing, and configuration of all Windows based physical and virtual servers, deploying and testing OS, virus updates, patches and performance tuning.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as senior administrator for legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX server operations. Responsible for building, installation, and configuration of all legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX servers. Applies patches, fixes, hardware and software upgrades and physical to virtual migrations. Plans upgrades and coordinates with users.
• Performs research and analysis for platform determination for project related implementation life cycle replacements.
• Provides support for legacy Linux and Novell E Directory systems during conversion to Active Directory.
• Troubleshoots legacy Linux, Windows and ESX server and OS issues. Independently utilizes all available resources (knowledge bases, online resources, etc.) to ensure timely resolution of server issues. Works with junior staff members to provide guidance and assistance as needed.
• Provides monitoring and maintenance of all security related events (antivirus programs, security patches, IAVA installs, operating system patches & upgrades). Responsible for remediation and documentation of all vulnerabilities reported by monthly Retina scans.
• Develops operating procedures for system administration activities including system monitoring, performance tuning, backup/recovery, server architecture design and system maintenance.
• Ensure/implement the rigorous application of Information Security/Information Assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of Systems, Applications and/or Services (Hardware & Software). Applying Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Payment Card Industry (PCI) requirements to legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX Servers. Writing and maintaining STIG documentation according to established standards.
• Performs regular system maintenance, backups, hardware and software upgrades, physical to virtual migrations and performance tuning.
• Interfaces with Network Engineers, Storage Engineers, Database Administrators, and Application Teams to optimize systems use and configuration.
• Actively participates in project planning to ensure timely and successful completion of projects assigned to Windows server team.
• Provides technical knowledge and recommendations to staff members as required.
• Provides server hardware capacity recommendations.
• Provides installation support for new applications and software releases.
• Interfaces with hardware vendors to maintain and schedule repair of equipment in a timely manner and/or provide hardware repair and maintenance as required.
• Provide on call 24 x 7 support on a rotating basis.
• Installs and executes the Gold Disk scripts and implements system security controls as required. Reviews DISA\'s Windows Server Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Checklists for guidance. Implements PCI standards and requirements as mandated on legacy Linux, Windows and ESX Servers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Certifications, Security and Eligibility

IAT2 jobs: SECNAV M 5239.2 DoN, Information Assurance (IA) Workforce Manual requires that all incumbents possess and maintain current two types of certifications: IA Certification (one of: Security , GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP); or higher level: CISA, CISSP, GSE, SCNA). NEXCOM preferred certification is Security. Technical Certification: Microsoft Certified IT Professional. Certification must be valid (not expired). Candidates without the required certification may be placed into this job, but must obtain the required certification within 6 months of appointment; failure to obtain the proper certification requirement will result in termination of employment.

This position is designated IT 1 (Critical Sensitive) in accordance with SECNAV M 5510.30 and will require a favorable Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). Candidates must be eligible for and obtain a Secret Clearance within 6 months of appointment. Failure to obtain will result in termination.

Experience

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 3 years experience in administrative, technical work, which demonstrated the ability and aptitudes required to perform technical, managerial, or analytical work and coordination involving management information systems.

OR

SUBSTITUTION OF EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION: One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for 9 months of experience up to a maximum of a 4 year bachelor\'s degree in a Software Engineering or business Information Systems discipline for 3 years general experience.

AND

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in the following: Large scale Windows Server Administration supporting a variety of business applications (monitoring, tuning, backup/recovery, configuration, documentation); Networking protocols for Windows Server administration and support (TCP/IP, WINS, DNS, DHCP); Windows server implementation and configuration (O/S load, patch updates, application load and configuration); Research and analysis of IT solution architectures; Supporting a variety of application within the Windows server environment (business applications, databases, web services, messaging, monitoring tools, etc.)

U.S. Citizenship required

IAT2 jobs: SECNAV M 5239.2 DoN, Information Assurance (IA) Workforce Manual requires that all incumbents possess and maintain current two types of certifications as follows: IA Certification: One of the following certifications: Security , GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP); or any one of the following higher level certifications: CISA, CISSP, GSE, SCNA. NEXCOM preferred certification is Security Technical Certification: Microsoft Certified IT Professional. Certification must be valid (not expired). Candidates without the required certification may be placed into this job, but must obtain the required certification within 6 months of appointment; termination if not obtained.

This position is designated IT 1 (Critical Sensitive) in accordance with SECNAV M 5510.30 and will require a SSBI and Secret Clearance within 6 months of appointment.

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