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First Tek, Inc. · 5 days ago

Information Technology - Computer Systems Architect 3

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

First Tek, Inc. is seeking a well-qualified Staff Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in support of the Sentinel Program. The role involves leading a team, managing multi-user computer systems, and ensuring system performance and security in a classified environment.

Information TechnologyStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform as a Staff Systems Administrator for a medium-to-large-sized government contract

Lead Team as a Subject Matter Expert in the areas of: Windows, VMWare, Horizon VDI, Enterprise Implementation, Migration, and Maintenance

Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral formats

Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management

Support multiple networks; ensure necessary administration tasks are completed

Work closely with System Engineering and other team members to develop recommended system improvements, upgrades, and solutions

Develop, recommend, and implement system enhancements to improve the performance and reliability of systems, including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management

Administer backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis

Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists

Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact

Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed

Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components

Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with team members, suppliers, customers, and vendors

Lead Team with your expertise in Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance and IA accreditation

Maintain security audit and logging information on all networked and standalone computers in a classified environment as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Develop security documentation for input to Computer Security

Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts

Provide end-of-day and end-of-week task status to management

Obtain and analyze internal and external customer requirements, recommend equipment and software as needed, and oversee system implementation and accreditation

Navigate complex system configurations and implement enhancements to improve the system's performance, reliability, and security, including installation, upgrades/patches, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management

Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed

Ensure necessary administrative tasks are completed and direct others as needed

Analyze internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for automated solutions to problems

Recommend and implement system enhancements to improve performance and reliability, including installation, upgrades/patches, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management

Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis

Make recommendations on how to purchase hardware, software, and system components

Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases

Qualification

WindowsVMWareSecurity Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)PKI designImplementationInfrastructure architectureNetwork designStorage Area Network (SAN)Network Attached Storage (NAS)ScriptingAutomationProblem resolutionCommunication skillsTeam leadershipTechnical documentation

Required

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience; OR PhD with 8+ years of relevant experience; 16+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Expertise in Windows, VMWare, Horizon VDI, Enterprise Implementation, Migration, and Maintenance

Expert in PKI (Certificate Authority) design and implementation

Expert in infrastructure architecture and design

Expertise in Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance and IA accreditation. Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, (STIG), JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments

Must have a DOD 8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification. Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA security, GSEC, SSCP, or higher-level security certification; certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment

Network design and implementation experience with Cisco and Client switching and firewalls

Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) design and implementation experience

Experience with cryptological devices (KG-175, KIV-7, KGR-42) technologies

The ability to be granted special program access (SAP/SAR) within 1 year of hire date

Must be eligible to obtain a TS Clearance within a reasonable timeframe following hire

Windows Domain architecture experience

Experiences in scripting and Automation (Ansible)

Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds

Work after hours and weekends as needed

Preferred

Current active S/TS security clearance at time of application

VSAN design and implementation experience

Knowledge in Linux/Unix administration

Company

First Tek, Inc.

To succeed in the complex world of technology, you need exceptional connections – to the right experts, the right opportunities and the right answers.

Founded in 2001

Piscataway, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees