Systems Administrator (MCDMG)

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Systems Administrator to manage and maintain a complex data center at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. This role is crucial for supporting the Mission Command Digital Master Gunner Course, requiring expertise in various Command and Control Information Systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the operational integrity of systems, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining network security. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical military operations in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in systems administration for Command and Control Information Systems.
• Must have a DoD Secret clearance and Information Assurance Certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain physical and virtual servers and workstations.
• Diagnose and resolve software and hardware issues effectively.
• Ensure network security and reliability for operational systems.

Skills

Systems Administration

Troubleshooting

Network Security

SharePoint Management

Windows Server 2019

SQL

Linux Enterprise 8

Cisco and Dell Networking

Education

DoD Secret Clearance

Information Assurance Certification Level II

Tools

ACAS

V-Sphere

Solaris Servers

Job description

The systems administrator performs duties on-site at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Manages a data center consisting of physical and virtual servers and workstations with eight Command and Control Information Systems (CPCE, CPOF, JBC-P, AFATDS, AMDWS, TAIS, DCGS-A, GCCS-A). Systems Administrator supports the day-to-day systems for the Mission Command Digital Master Gunner (MCDMG) Course. Must be able to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain all systems. Additionally, must be able to manage SharePoint, Windows Server 2019, SQL, Active Directory, Linux Enterprise 8 servers, Solaris servers, Cisco and Dell switches and routers, ACAS, V-Sphere software, and Army Portfolio Management System that supports the training network. Will work with an IT team to ensure all systems are operational prior to each day. Will conduct periodic updates to systems as needed. Will ensure the network supporting the systems remains secure and reliable. Former Warrant Officer or Noncommissioned Officer preferred.

Specific Duties:

1. Configure all DCGS-A servers, GCCS-A servers, DDS servers, and all other servers that allow the WfF C2IS to communicate and integrate the COP into the MCWS/CPCE and JBC-P.
2. Diagnose software and hardware failures to resolution.
3. Identify and resolve common software and hardware problems, questions, or situations.
4. Maintain accountability for software programs assigned to organization.
5. Operate and maintain the LAN and system interfaces.
6. Provide protocol services expertise and troubleshoot network/communications problems.
7. Add/remove hardware and software and administer access permission lists.
8. Maintain the Network Information Services permissions program.
9. Perform system backups and upgrades.
10. Generate periodic system performance and utilization summaries.
11. Backup data and audit files on a routine basis.
12. Coordinate management of User IDs.
13. Diagnose system problems and report to IT government representatives.
14. Monitor system performance to ensure optimal performance.
15. Reconfigure servers to regain processing capabilities for non-routine equipment outages and malfunctions.
16. Assist users in determining the cause of failures.
17. Configure DDS advertisement services.
18. Develop and publish data.
19. Manage metadata specifications.
20. Implement patching and IAVA updates.

Qualifications:

1. Possess a valid, current DoD Secret clearance prior to start of work.
2. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a systems administrator responsible for the imaging, maintenance, and troubleshooting on unique Command and Control Information Systems (C2IS) to include but not limited to AFATDS, AMDWS, TAIS, GCCS-A, DCGS-A, JBC-P, CPCE, and CPOF.
3. Certified at the Information Assurance (IA) Technical Level II level as stipulated in DoD 8570.01-M with applicable Computing Environment (CE) or Operating System (OS): Server 2019 and Linux Enterprise 8.
4. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Summit Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Position descriptions serve as a guideline and may not be construed as a guarantee of employment. Summit Technologies, Inc. is an at-will organization.