Server Engineer

MANTECH•Chantilly, VA

12d•$77,200 - $128,800•Onsite

About The Position

MANTECH is seeking a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Server Engineer for an onsite position based in Chantilly, Virginia. The role supports government intelligence agencies and requires sound judgment, professional conduct, and adherence to government and MANTECH operational and security guidelines. The Server Engineer installs, refreshes, configures, and supports server systems and related infrastructure at existing and new facilities, including emergency installations and site deployments. The position involves coordinating installation logistics, producing technical documentation, supporting systems engineers and system administrators, troubleshooting complex issues, and assisting with network configurations, site moves, and decommissioning. The role requires at least 25% travel and the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance before starting and maintain a Secret clearance thereafter.

Requirements

At least 5 years of information technology experience focused on server or network systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making.
Customer service experience.
One or more IT industry certifications.
Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, including vCenter, vMotion, and ESXi.
Hands-on server installation experience with Windows Server, Linux, NetApp ONTAP, and Dell PowerEdge systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 productivity applications.
Database configuration and administration experience.
Storage appliance configuration and migration experience.
Must be able to travel at least 25%.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain an Interim Secret clearance before starting and maintain a Secret clearance thereafter.
Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform installation work in constrained spaces, including under desks, in small cubicles, and in counter-window environments.
Must be able to remain stationary for up to 50% of the time.
Must be able to work in an office environment, move freely within it, and use office equipment while interfacing with coworkers and customers.
Must be able to use IT peripherals such as laptops, desktops, printers, and fax machines.
Must be able to review, decipher, and understand program, software, hardware, and training manuals.

Nice To Haves

Current active Secret clearance is strongly preferred.
Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide server installation and go-live support for new facilities, refresh servers in CONUS, maintain and update installation plans, and provide non-routine or emergency installation support.
Coordinate with points of contact to schedule server installations and minimize disruption to ongoing activities.
Coordinate logistics with contract functional elements, including shipping and receiving, deployment, and training; create accurate technical documentation for installation activities.
Perform server refreshes, including hardware replacement, operating system installation and configuration, and data migration to new hardware.
Ensure deployed systems meet the technical specifications in approved technical documentation and perform operating system configuration and security fixes during active deployments.
Provide technical guidance on Dell iDRAC, Windows Server, ESXi, NetApp ONTAP, SnapMirror, and SQL database support.
Manage and troubleshoot servers connected to public or private networks, including IP networks and WANs, and collaborate with relevant parties on network issues involving switches and Cisco routers.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to server and systems administrator teams and troubleshoot complex issues.
Assist with designing network installation configurations for new sites, decommissioning sites, moves, and support for computer systems and peripherals.
Create, review, and update standard operating procedures.
May lead functional teams or projects and perform other tasks as assigned by management.