Senior Systems Administrator

TekSynap•Reston, VA

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Senior Systems Administrator maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
Comptia Security+
At least on Advanced Platform Certification: RHCSA RHCE or Windows equivalent
Minimum 8–12 years of progressively responsible systems administration experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise, multi-user environments in DoD or Intelligence Community settings preferred.
Experience operating in classified environments.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise, multi-user environments in DoD or Intelligence Community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency.
Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.
Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space.
Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.
Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
May be assigned responsibility for less experienced staff.