Senior Technician (Digital Infrastructure) for NATO with security clearance

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About The Position

This position is for a skilled Senior Technician (Digital Infrastructure) responsible for performing system administration duties across NU, NR, and NS CIS systems within the CSU Area of Responsibility (AOR). Key responsibilities include server and client hardware/software troubleshooting, maintaining and updating a VMware virtual environment, and analyzing and implementing Microsoft Active Directory changes to meet user and operational requirements.

Requirements

Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 2 years post-related experience. Or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years post-related experience.
A minimum of 2 years' practical, hands-on experience supporting core enterprise computing services:
System Administration on a large computer network
Windows & Linux Operating Systems
Active Directory & Group Policy Management
Virtualization of servers and desktops
Storage Area Networks (SANs)
Data Backup systems
Use of scripting to automate tasks
Large scale system management tools, such as MCM (Microsoft Configuration Manager)
ITIL Problem Management

Nice To Haves

University Bachelors degree in a CIS related subject.
Active certifications covering CIS related topics from recognized & accredited organizations.
Practical experience in the area of cybersecurity.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of computer and communications security, networking, and the vulnerabilities of modern operating systems and applications.
ITIL certification and experience in applying ITIL Change Management and/or Service Asset and Configuration Management processes.
Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.
Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.

Responsibilities

Accomplish system administrator duties for NU, NR and NS CIS systems in the CSU AOR
Accomplish server/client hardware and software troubleshooting actions
Maintain and update VMware Virtual Environment
Analyze and implement Microsoft Active Directory changes to meet user or operational requirements
Analyze and update Microsoft & Linux policies for system optimization and security
Implement and test new software versions and patches
Write PowerShell commands and scripts to automate system administration tasks
Provide assistance with fault resolution and document actions in accordance with Incident Management procedures
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for routine system administration duties
Maintain Physical Server Hardware in local Data Centre
Provide status updates for assigned requests using ITSM Service Desk Software
Follows-up with users on completed requests prior to closing
Provide collaboration and assistance to other work sections within Service Operations Branch in support of mission requirements
Can support physical task requirements with the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.