NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM) · 2 days ago
SR WINDOWS SERVER TECHNICIAN
Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNavy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is seeking a Senior Windows Server Technician responsible for the installation, configuration, and support of legacy Linux, Windows, and ESX servers in a large retail enterprise environment. The role requires ensuring 24/7 uptime and involves various responsibilities including server management, security compliance, and collaboration with engineering teams.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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 (anti-virus 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 Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards and requirements as mandated on legacy Linux, Windows and ESX Servers
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizens
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
Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in 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.)
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: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Security Expert (GSE), Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA)
Technical Certification: MicroSoft Certified IT Professional. Certification must be valid (not expired) as defined by the policy of the certification issuer
Candidates must be eligible for and obtain a Secret Clearance, within 6 months of appointment. Failure to obtain will result in termination
Preferred
NEXCOM preferred certification is Security+
Company
NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM)
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Enterprise encompasses six business lines, boasting a workforce of more than 14,000 associates located around the globe.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Best
SVP Chief Financial Officer
Alan Conway
SVP & CIO
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