Junior System Administrator
About The Position
Delaware Nation Industries supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division Dam Neck Activity (NSWCDD DNA), providing enterprise management and technical support for the Command Information Office (CIO) over the RDT&E core infrastructure. The Systems Administrator performs routine development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of operating systems and related software and hardware for the NSWCDD DNA CIO and RDT&E enclave. This position is part of a smaller team supporting users through core servers and enterprise services. The role calls for an outgoing individual who can track, share, and communicate all facets of daily enterprise-service support. The position supports and maintains Windows Server 2019/2022, Windows 10/11, and RHEL 8 systems; directory, network, and database services; virtualized environments; and backup solutions. It also includes troubleshooting, security compliance, solution deployment, documentation, reporting, and end-user support. The job description notes that duties and responsibilities may change at any time.
Requirements
- DoD Top Secret security clearance.
- At least 3 years of system administration experience in a DoD environment.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Experience as a STIG reviewer.
- Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project user experience.
- CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft SQL experience.
- Experience with VMware products and Veeam.
- Experience with ServiceNow, other ITSM solutions, or Tanium.
- Experience supporting information assurance tools such as SPLUNK, RedSeal, and ACAS.
- Familiarity with NREN and NREN products.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical and subject-matter expertise for Server 2019/2022, Windows 10/11, and RHEL 8.
- Support Active Directory, Group Policy Objects, DNS, DHCP, and databases.
- Manage the VMware VxRail virtual environment to ensure efficient use of available resources.
- Manage the Veeam backup solution to protect program server data and ensure data integrity and preservation.
- Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for enclave activities and automation.
- Develop reports in support of contract requirements.
- Troubleshoot system- and network-related performance issues.
- Analyze system traffic, provide capacity-planning solutions, and monitor and respond to complex hardware and software problems.
- Coordinate with vendor support to ensure appropriate escalation during outages or degraded system performance.
- Maintain systems’ security compliance and posture in accordance with DISA STIGs, DoN, NAVSEA, and local command policies, supporting acceptable ACAS scan results.
- Design and deploy solutions and products to support daily requirements and customer needs.
- Review and update documentation, including SOPs, standards, and implementation guides.
- Provide technical support, sustainment, and deployment of end-user hardware and software.
- Communicate daily support activities and related information to the team and stakeholders.
Benefits
- 100% coverage of employee benefit premiums, including medical (PPO or HDHP), vision, and dental.
- Matching 401(k).
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Pet insurance.
- Professional development and education reimbursement.
- Parking and transit benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
