Senior Nlyte DCIM Systems Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
About The Position
GDIT is hiring a Senior Nlyte DCIM Systems Administrator to provide systems administration and engineering support for enterprise IT infrastructure, with a focus on expanding and maintaining the Nlyte Data Center Infrastructure Management platform. The position is onsite in Chantilly, Virginia, requires U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and involves 40 scheduled hours per week with less than 10% travel. The employee works independently under limited supervision and may lead tasks, mentor less experienced professionals, or manage project timelines, budgets, and resources. The role oversees physical and virtual server installation, configuration, and maintenance; Nlyte expansion and accreditation support; maintenance of temperature and humidity sensor networks and iPDU reporting; IP address management; account and permissions administration; cloud storage, backup and restoration, and performance management; and Active Directory and other core IT services. The administrator monitors system performance and availability, troubleshoots complex issues, performs patching and upgrades, maintains security, plans and tests recovery procedures, supports users and IT staff, documents configurations and changes, and coordinates service delivery with other IT teams. GDIT describes its workplace as offering an AI-powered career tool, internal mobility support, comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, a 401(k) with company match, competitive pay, paid time off, and an innovation-focused, military-friendly culture. The stated likely salary range is $140,250–$189,750, with compensation determined by experience, location, and potentially contractual requirements. The role is part of a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to U.S. government, defense, and intelligence customers.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of related experience.
- Technical training, certification(s), a degree, or equivalent experience.
- Must currently possess TS/SCI with Polygraph; the listing also states this clearance must be obtainable.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Information systems technology skills.
- Recovery planning skills.
- Nlyte (listed as inactive).
Responsibilities
- Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers in physical and virtual environments.
- Provide systems engineering support for Nlyte DCIM platform expansion.
- Maintain the temperature and humidity sensor network and iPDU reporting into Nlyte.
- Provide network IP address management.
- Support maintenance of Nlyte accreditation.
- Track, create, and delete Nlyte user accounts and permissions.
- Manage cloud storage, backups and restores, and cloud system performance.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and provide appropriate solutions.
- Manage Active Directory and other core IT services.
- Monitor systems performance and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure availability and reliability.
- Perform patch management, updates, backups, systems upgrades, and hardware and software installations.
- Maintain security patches and software updates, and implement security measures against unauthorized access and vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits and assessments for compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, manage, and test backup and recovery procedures; develop and maintain disaster recovery plans; and participate in recovery drills and business continuity planning.
- Resolve complex hardware, software, and systems issues for end users and IT staff.
- Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes.
- Create reports on system performance, security incidents, and other key metrics.
- Coordinate with other IT teams to deliver IT services.
- Recommend system improvements based on analysis and industry best practices.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- May assist with IT policy and procedure development, coach less experienced professionals, serve as a team or task lead, and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Competitive pay.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental plan options.
- Vision plan.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
- Personal accident coverage.
- Critical illness coverage.
- Business travel and accident insurance.
- Full flex work weeks where possible.
- AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities.
- Internal mobility team supporting employees' career goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
