Systems Administrator IV

JT4•Edwards AFB, CA

1d•$97,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Evaluates system specifications, installs enterprise computer systems, configures systems, establishes standards, ensures hardware/software compatibility and maintains workstations and server systems focusing on the Operating system and the network. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties: Perform the daily operational support on the computer Operating Systems, including Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, to ensure system security, access, configuration, backups and restore Knowledge of VxRail hyper converged infrastructure, including deployment, implementation, and manages virtualization infrastructure using VMware, including ESXi, vCenter, and vSAN for optimal performance, scalability and high availability Establish network requirements, monitors local area network (LAN) performance, troubleshoots networking hardware and ensures system is working properly according to specifications and parameters, utilizing advanced networking protocols and technologies Organize and secure directory structure and assists/trains staff members in the use of department Document Management (DM) Systems, associated databases and Configuration Management (CM)/ DM release procedures Design hardware requirements and provides Computer Authorization and custodial receipt listings to track equipment configurations and identification logs Serve as point of contact (POC) for problem reporting, incremental version updates and monitors yearly support contracts, ensuring timely resolution of issues and optimal system performance Make recommendations for future hardware/software implementations and related process improvements, schedules, plans, perform system upgrades including the transition from design, test, production and documentation environments Provide operational status as required, utilizing established reporting frameworks and metrics Use established policies, procedures, and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution Analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools Manage and administer storage solutions including Network-Attached Storage, Storage Area Network (NAS/SAN) systems while maintaining optimal performance, capacity, and data protection Research, integrate, or place new technologies into the existing data center with seamless integration and minimal disruption to existing systems and services Develop and implement security protocols and procedures, aligned with Security+ best practices, to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational data systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, collaborates with other teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives, providing technical expertise and guidance as required Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies, applying knowledge to continuously improve system administration practices and procedures Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex system logs and identify potential issues. Must be able to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification within the first 180 days of employment Other duties as required

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in associated discipline from an accredited academic institution or equivalent experience through technical training, completion of a recognized certification program, or experience.
At least nine (9) years of experience in computer system related areas of expertise
Must possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in computer science, graphics, and information systems.
Must have specific experience in the maintenance of Operating Systems and support applications, in a centralized and distributed server environment
Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Must possess a valid, state-issued driver’s license
Must be a U.S. citizen

Nice To Haves

Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI)
Knowledge of VxRail hyper converged infrastructure, including deployment, implementation

Responsibilities

Perform the daily operational support on the computer Operating Systems, including Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, to ensure system security, access, configuration, backups and restore
Manage virtualization infrastructure using VMware, including ESXi, vCenter, and vSAN for optimal performance, scalability and high availability
Establish network requirements, monitors local area network (LAN) performance, troubleshoots networking hardware and ensures system is working properly according to specifications and parameters, utilizing advanced networking protocols and technologies
Organize and secure directory structure and assists/trains staff members in the use of department Document Management (DM) Systems, associated databases and Configuration Management (CM)/ DM release procedures
Design hardware requirements and provides Computer Authorization and custodial receipt listings to track equipment configurations and identification logs
Serve as point of contact (POC) for problem reporting, incremental version updates and monitors yearly support contracts, ensuring timely resolution of issues and optimal system performance
Make recommendations for future hardware/software implementations and related process improvements, schedules, plans, perform system upgrades including the transition from design, test, production and documentation environments
Provide operational status as required, utilizing established reporting frameworks and metrics
Use established policies, procedures, and subject matter knowledge to complete complex assignments requiring originality and ingenuity performed under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for independent contribution
Analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools
Manage and administer storage solutions including Network-Attached Storage, Storage Area Network (NAS/SAN) systems while maintaining optimal performance, capacity, and data protection
Research, integrate, or place new technologies into the existing data center with seamless integration and minimal disruption to existing systems and services
Develop and implement security protocols and procedures, aligned with Security+ best practices, to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational data systems.
Collaborates with other teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives, providing technical expertise and guidance as required
Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies, applying knowledge to continuously improve system administration practices and procedures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex system logs and identify potential issues.
Must be able to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification within the first 180 days of employment
Other duties as required