Systems Administrator

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Carlsbad, NM

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About The Position

Tuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Systems Administrator to support TGS and our government customer in Carlsbad, NM. This position may require evenings and weekends as requested for server maintenance. The Sys Admin will need to complete CBFO training and briefings as directed. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Systems Administrator will Plan, coordinate, and execute with Network engineers, Service Desk and federal staff, and the IT Operations Manager to efficiently integrate tasks into regular IT operations, and to minimize disruption of IT services to customers. Candidate must be able to work independently under the supervision of the IT Operations Manager to plan, execute, document, and report on multiple projects and tasks. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: This position is responsible for coordinating the effective execution of all construction activities for a large construction contract. This position supervises construction entry level personnel and/or construction supervisors. Contribute to project effectiveness by assisting with the interpretation of engineering drawings, work orders, specifications and manufacturer’s technical data materials; also assist or perform diagnostics of equipment failures and recommend solutions to solving equipment reliability problems. Strong working knowledge of the application of OBO Security Classification Guide for the Design and Construction of Overseas Facilities. Responsible for ensuring compliance with site security requirements and reporting to Corporate FSO. Attend project progress meetings. Communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to customer, management, coworkers, clients, vendors and contractors. Improve service results by developing and implementing work process improvements in assigned area of responsibility. Make sure work is carried out in an efficient manner by coordinating daily work schedules with the customer’s operations, including personnel deployment, materials coordination and information availability. As directed, fulfill contract requirements by ensuring that the duties and responsibilities of the project contract are clearly defined, documented and followed by the team. Ability to live internationally – assignment may last up to 36 months. The Construction Manager shall be responsible for ensuring Contractor compliance with site security requirements. Responsible for ensuring the Contractor personnel on site are adhering to the contract personnel requirements.

Requirements

Requires an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science and/or a related field or 4 years of relevant IT experience with 2 of those years to including experience in administration of Microsoft Windows server systems in Active Directory including Wide-Area Network (WAN) experience with forest domains.
The substitution of education for relevant experience is in addition to the minimum two years of relevant experience required for this labor category and must be approved by the government on a case-by-case basis.
Candidate must possess 2 years of experience in performing IT related customer support including, but not limited to, help desk, NOC center, service, desk and/or remote support.
Experience in IT/help desk management systems such as Remedy, ZenDesk, and/or Web Help Desk to track, manage, and report on workload to management/supervisors.
Candidate must possess 2 or more years of experience with the administration of the following: Electronic Records Management Systems (ERMS), E-Mail archiving, migration, and data compression applications, Server administration to include Hyper-V, virtualization, and thin clients, Two factor authentication including Smart Card configuration/administration is a must, Public/Private Key Infrastructure (PKI) encryption techniques including E-Mail encryption, Wi-Fi administration, Power Distribution Unit (PDU/UPS) administration
Requires 4 years of experience in the administration of Microsoft Exchange architecture including VOIP integration, unified communications, as well as records management applications.
Extensive experience with cyber security best practices including Operating System baselines, CIS/USGCB benchmarking utilities, system hardening, firewall configuration, security appliance administration, and other IT related cyber systems as required.
Ability to live internationally – assignment may last up to 36 months.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DOE Order 205.1B Department of Energy Cyber Security Program and NIST 800-53 experience including implementation methods is highly desirable.
Knowledge and experience within Microsoft SCCM for third party patching and OS image deployment
The ability to accomplish technical writing relative to Network/Application project plans, network diagrams, policy & procedure, and other types of technical documentation is highly desirable.
Prepare analyses and recommendations to support the procurement of IT server systems and supporting equipment. Collect, analyze and document market research information for procurement estimates.
Independently troubleshoot IT systems. Analyze system, application and security logs. Prepare/deliver written or oral reports with analyses and recommendations for upgrades and/or corrective actions.
Strong working knowledge of the application of OBO Security Classification Guide for the Design and Construction of Overseas Facilities.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute with Network engineers, Service Desk and federal staff, and the IT Operations Manager to efficiently integrate tasks into regular IT operations, and to minimize disruption of IT services to customers.
Work independently under the supervision of the IT Operations Manager to plan, execute, document, and report on multiple projects and tasks.
Coordinate the effective execution of all construction activities for a large construction contract.
Supervise construction entry level personnel and/or construction supervisors.
Assist with the interpretation of engineering drawings, work orders, specifications and manufacturer’s technical data materials
Assist or perform diagnostics of equipment failures and recommend solutions to solving equipment reliability problems.
Ensure compliance with site security requirements and reporting to Corporate FSO.
Attend project progress meetings.
Communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to customer, management, coworkers, clients, vendors and contractors.
Improve service results by developing and implementing work process improvements in assigned area of responsibility.
Coordinate daily work schedules with the customer’s operations, including personnel deployment, materials coordination and information availability.
Ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the project contract are clearly defined, documented and followed by the team.
Ensure Contractor compliance with site security requirements.
Ensure the Contractor personnel on site are adhering to the contract personnel requirements.