Systems Administrator Senior - Active Secret Clearance needed

Zantech•Battle Creek, MI

About The Position

Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company? At Zantech, we are a dynamic Woman Owned Small Business focused on providing complex, mission-focused solutions with a proven track record of outstanding customer performance and high employee satisfaction. We would love to talk with you regarding the next step in your career. Come join our team! Zantech is looking for a talented Sr Systems Administrator to contribute to the success of our DoD Client. The Sr Systems Administrator ensures stable operation of computer software systems and network connections supporting the DLA Disposition Integration Web (DIW) Program Office. Responsible for planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network software, communication links, and application environments. Applies advanced technical knowledge of application networking including load balancing, fault tolerance, and vulnerability management supporting applications including ETID, RTD Web/Mobile, Compliance Suite, GenComm, ESP, and future mobile applications. Impact: This role directly impacts system availability, performance, and security for DLA's mission to manage disposal of excess property from military services and support disaster relief operations nationwide.

Requirements

10 years of specialized Information Technology experience, with the majority specialized in numerous Information Processing disciplines involving a range of hardware/software solutions
At least 10 years of concentrated, hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving issues with various software
Expert systems administration across multiple platforms (Windows Server, Linux, etc.)
Network software, communication links, application servers
Advanced application networking, load balancing, fault tolerance
Vulnerability management, security tools, configuration management
DISA, J64 TFS, Azure GovCloud environments
Database administration knowledge, SSRS support
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Bachelor's degree in information technology related field with 10 years of relevant experience
DoD 8570/8140 IA certification - Operating system certifications for administered systems
Operating system certifications relevant to administered systems
Active Secret Clearance (minimum) and US Citizenship per contract requirements.

Responsibilities

System/network software installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization
Capacity/performance analysis; provide system configuration change/upgrade recommendations
Application networking: load balancing, fault tolerance implementation
Vulnerability management and security patching (STIGs, SRRs, CERT/CTO/IA compliance)
Automation via scripts and tools; develop system administrator procedures
Environment management (Development, Test, Stage, Production)
Database administration support: DBMS software/patches, backup/recovery, COOP participation
End user support, training, and troubleshooting
Remote maintenance support to operational systems at multiple locations
SSRS configuration support; data management and reporting