System Administrator

IronArch Technology • Galveston, TX

5h • Onsite

About The Position

IronArch Technology is currently seeking a System Administrator to work in Galveston, TX - Secret Clearance Required This position will support the US Army Corps of Engineers RITS Program. The System Administrator will provide second-tier support to end-users for PC, server, mainframe applications, storage, and hardware. Handles problems that the first-tier help desk support is unable to resolve. May interact with network services, software systems engineering, and/or applications development to restore service and/or identify and correct core problem. Simulates or recreates user problems to resolve operating difficulties. Recommends systems modifications to reduce user problems. Maintains currency and the highest level of technical skills in the field of expertise.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree (4 additional years of experience can be substituted for degree)
• 2 years of IT-related experience
• Current DoD 8570 IA Baseline Certification, IAT Level II (example: Security+ CE)
• Must obtain appropriate DOD 8570 IA Computing Environment Certification within 6 months of employment
• Travel may be required
• Experience using Remedy or a similar ticketing system
• Demonstrated professional experience with Windows Server 2012; Windows Server 2016
• Demonstrated experience with VMware
• Understanding of technology areas such as Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Group Policy, DFS and the ability to maintain other Windows core services
• Comprehension of NTFS file share permissions
• Fundamental understanding of authentication mechanisms such as Kerberos and LDAP.
• Basic networking experience (TCP/IP, routing, SSH, OpenVPN)
• Strong analytical and follow-through skills
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to coordinate and get cooperation from multiple areas within IT to accomplish assignments
• Ability to work well independently on defined tasks
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and rapidly mastering new applications and technology
• Secret Clearance required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting is a plus
• Cisco Telephony / Router Solutions
• Prior USACE/ACE-IT experience
• Experience supporting Office 365
• Experience working in a DOD environment

Responsibilities

• Primary POC for local server, network and telecom repair of District infrastructure components.
• Manage and maintain currently supported and subsequent Microsoft (MS) Windows Server Operating Systems (OS) on physical and virtual operating environments.
• Assist with hardware and software technology refreshes, ensuring milestone compliance while coordinating with application owners to minimize disruptions.
• Demonstrate day-to-day adherence with change management precepts and practices and is responsible for writing Change Requests and seeking approval.
• Assist in storage and data management, specifically file and folder permissions.
• Apply DISA STIGs and resolve security vulnerabilities.
• Support operational transition of enterprise solutions into production.
• Work Remedy incidents and requests and provide initial triage of complex tickets.
• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday; 8 hour shift between 6AM and 6PM local time. After hours support may be required on an infrequent basis.

Benefits

• Awarded Best Place to Work 9 times!
• Competitive compensation and market-leading bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision benefits where a significant portion of the premium is subsidized by IronArch
• Company-provided healthcare concierge assistance to help explain your coverage in plain language; help you find, choose, and schedule quality care; and address billing, benefit, or claims concerns, potentially saving hours of your time
• 401(k) retirement plan where the company contributes dollar for dollar up to 3 percent, and 50 cents on the dollar for the 4th and 5th percent with immediate entry and immediate vesting
• 20 days of PTO accumulated per calendar year
• 11 paid holidays
• Bereavement, jury duty, parental (maternity/paternity/adoption), and military leaves
• Sabbatical programs
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life, accidental and indemnity income replacement benefits
• Professional development reimbursement
• Health club reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees