System Administrator III

Simventions•Dahlgren, VA

1d•$92,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The CIAT Infrastructure Support Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and support of the CIAT system's underlying infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of virtualization technologies, scripting languages, operating systems, and complex system architectures. The engineer will troubleshoot issues, document procedures, and collaborate with other team members to ensure the stability, security, and performance of the CIAT infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem-solver with a passion for learning and a commitment to providing excellent technical support. Travel Required to support CIAT system deployments and maintenance activities (<10%) Clearance An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

Strong understanding of VMware and virtual machine configuration.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.
Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems independently.
Comprehensive understanding of system of systems concepts, IaaS, and complex system architectures.
Extensive knowledge of Linux (RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems.
An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position.
US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Nice To Haves

AWS tactical knowledge in BL9 or BL10 environments.
Programming or development experience.
VMware or IaaS certifications.
Containerization experience (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes

Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot the CIAT system's virtualized environment using VMware.
Configure and manage virtual machines (VMs), ensuring optimal performance and resource utilization.
Automate system administration tasks using scripting languages: PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.
Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure processes and procedures.
Communicate effectively with other team members to resolve technical issues and share knowledge.
Troubleshoot complex problems independently, with minimal supervision.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the CIAT system of systems architecture, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) components, and complex system interdependencies.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux (primarily RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive 401(k) programs
Retirement and Financial Counselors
Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
Continuing Education Assistance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
Supplemental Benefit Program
Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
Food: We have a lot of food around here!