Senior Systems Analyst

Koniag Government Services•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eagle Harbor Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst with an active Top-Secret clearance to support the company and its government customer in Washington, DC. The position reports onsite four days per week and supports a government IT environment spanning physical, virtual, and cloud infrastructure. A candidate may start with a Secret clearance with the understanding that a clearance upgrade will be initiated immediately upon starting. The Senior Systems Analyst builds, upgrades, manages, and maintains VMware environments; configures and deploys Microsoft SQL Server 2019; and operates, maintains, configures, and updates a Microsoft Server 2016 environment across three remote sites. The role also administers enterprise storage, supports VMware vSphere, manages server hardware and software updates, and provides operational support for cloud servers, including AWS. The analyst maintains systems security and access controls, supports identity and device management, troubleshoots infrastructure issues, documents procedures, works with vendors on support matters, participates in daily standups, and submits weekly status reports.

Requirements

Six years of Systems Engineering and/or Systems Administration experience with a Bachelor of Science; four years with a master's degree; zero years with a Ph.D.; or ten years of Systems Administration experience without a degree.
Active Top-Secret clearance required; a candidate may start with a Secret clearance with the understanding that a clearance upgrade will be initiated immediately upon starting.
Report onsite four days a week.
Demonstrated experience with VMware tools, including vSphere and ESXi hosts, and independently managing and implementing virtual machines.
Demonstrated experience managing Storage Area Networks, including Dell VNXE, Dell EMC, and Veeam.
Demonstrated experience configuring and managing domain controllers and domain services, multi-factor authentication, Symantec Endpoint Protection, Windows Server 2016, WSUS, and SCCM.
Demonstrated experience in server management and administration, hardware maintenance, and backup procedures.
Demonstrated experience managing enterprise images and packages, deploying software and security updates in a timely manner, and integrating hardware and software into existing infrastructure.
Demonstrated experience in identity and device management, including Active Directory and single sign-on.
Demonstrated experience with Amazon Web Services.
Demonstrated understanding of cloud productivity suites, including Microsoft Office 365 and Google G-Suite.
Demonstrated understanding of database administration, network and security best practices, and virtual LAN configurations.
Demonstrated understanding of DHCP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, LDAP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, Telnet, TCP, and UDP.
Demonstrated understanding of scripting and programming languages such as PowerShell and PowerCLI.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience creating, updating, reviewing, and maintaining documentation.
Demonstrated ability to master new skills, tools, and technologies.
Preferred certifications: VMware Version 6.7/7.0, Microsoft MCSE, Security+, or Server+.

Responsibilities

Build, upgrade, manage, and maintain VMware environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter configurations such as clusters, HA, DRS, vMotion, and distributed virtual switches.
Configure and deploy Microsoft SQL Server 2019.
Operate, maintain, configure, and update a Microsoft Server 2016 environment extending to three remote sites.
Install, configure, and administer enterprise storage systems, including Dell EMC VNXE products, with a focus on Veeam.
Support configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of VMware vSphere 6.x and 7.x.
Deploy upgrades and patches to server hardware and software components in physical and virtual environments.
Configure and maintain Symantec Endpoint Protection server.
Manage upgrades and maintenance of HP products, including iLO firmware and OS software.
Support Mobile Device Management (MDM) administration.
Assess vendor development and test strategies, and troubleshoot systems to isolate and diagnose common problems.
Document processes and procedures and participate in team documentation reviews.
Provide operational support for cloud servers directly or with a Cloud Service Provider, including performance monitoring and backups.
Manage user account access and periodic validation according to Foreign Affairs Manual and Foreign Affairs Handbook requirements.
Maintain procedural and technical security compliance, including current Authority to Operate documentation, patched servers, and current antivirus protection.
Serve as the point of contact with vendors for service and support tickets and troubleshooting.
Participate in daily standups and submit weekly status reports.