System Administrator Professional

Amentum•Vandenberg AFB, CA

20d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a System Administrator Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC). The role focuses on designing, implementing, administering, and supporting a new virtualization environment for space launch ranges. The position also involves coordinating technical staff and vendors, supporting system migrations, and ensuring processes and procedures comply with business practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of experience administering VMware vSphere, VMware Horizon, blade servers, and storage arrays.
At least 3 years of experience administering Microsoft environments, including Windows Server, domain administration, and SCCM (System Center Configuration Manager).
At least 3 years of experience administering enterprise Linux environments.
Knowledge of VMware systems administration concepts, practices, and procedures.
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills for systems design and testing.
Familiarity with securing server environments in a regulated industry.
Experience supporting 24x7x365 mission-critical IT infrastructure.
Experience transitioning organizations from standalone to virtualized environments.
Experience with system security and best practices.
Experience administering server environments in a 24x7x365 mission-critical environment.
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Some travel may be required, less than 10%.
Current Security+ or another DoD 8140 certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months of the start date.
Flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization is required.

Nice To Haves

VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
Microsoft certifications (MCSE/MCSA).
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA/RHCE).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the internal project team and vendors to design and implement a new virtualization environment for the space launch ranges.
Develop processes and procedures for administering and supporting the new virtualization environment.
Build, configure, and maintain VMware clients, servers, and architecture.
Supervise subcontractors and vendors performing installations and configurations.
Collaborate with system engineers to migrate existing systems into the virtualization environment.
Provide hands-on support for the virtualization environment.
Coordinate technical support staff in performing assigned projects.
Apply advanced methods, theories, and research techniques, and assist in developing, implementing, and documenting processes and procedures to ensure compliance with business practices.
Perform other tasks as assigned.