Systems Engineer

TEKsystems
Onsite

About The Position

TEKsystems is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to support enterprise backup, storage, and virtualization operations for a high-profile DoD program. This role will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of data protection solutions, including a migration from Commvault to Veeam, within a secure, large-scale environment.

Requirements

  • This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
  • Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Bachelor’s degree with 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or a Master’s Degree with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree.
  • Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11- IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP).
  • Extensive experience with enterprise backup platforms (Veeam strongly preferred; Commvault experience highly desired).
  • Strong expertise in Windows Server administration.
  • Advanced experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, Horizon, VDI).
  • Deep understanding of DISA STIGs, system hardening, and DoD security compliance frameworks.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing backup, recovery, and storage solutions.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, virtualization, and storage layers.
  • Experience leading technical efforts and mentoring junior staff.
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills.
  • IAT II (8570) Certification
  • An active Top Secret clearance is required for this position.
  • Due to the nature of the government contracts we support, US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead administration and optimization of enterprise backup and recovery solutions (Commvault transitioning to Veeam).
  • Architect and implement backup, storage, and disaster recovery strategies across physical and virtual environments.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for data protection, storage management, and recovery operations.
  • Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server environments, including performance tuning, patching, and system optimization.
  • Manage and optimize VMware infrastructure (vSphere, Horizon, VDI) supporting enterprise workloads.
  • Ensure systems meet DISA STIG and DoD security requirements, lead hardening and compliance efforts.
  • Analyze system performance, identify trends, and proactively resolve complex infrastructure issues.
  • Lead incident response and root cause analysis for backup, storage, and system failures.
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs, architecture documentation, and operational standards.
  • Collaborate with PMO, engineering, cybersecurity, and Tiered support teams to drive system improvements.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and architectures to enhance performance and resiliency.
  • Mentor junior administrators and provide technical leadership across the team.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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