Systems Administrator

Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the World

The System Administrator’s role is to administer, upgrade and when required, install servers and related components to support various applications both on server(s) and client workstations. This includes configuring software upgrades and developing procedures for ongoing management of the server environment. Where applicable, the System Administrator will assist in overseeing the physical security, and integrity of the embassy’s IT systems. Responds to help desk tickets as appropriate and provides timely and courteous support to customers. Prioritizes and performs file system configuration and management; defines and perform server backups and recovery procedures. Reviews server logs for resource issues. Plans and implements server upgrades, maintenance fixes, and supplied patches. Provides Web administration support by overseeing and maintaining SharePoint or other Web and/or SQL servers as required. Manages enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure. Develops and maintains server documentation materials. Runs and tip CAT5e/6 and fiber cabling Develops new hard drive images using Microsoft deployment tools in accordance to DOS guidelines. Implements policies, procedures, and technologies (including firewalls) to ensure server security. Participates in the on-call rotation for ISC or IPC and may be assigned to perform temporary duty to constituent Posts to perform Network Technician duties.

Qualifications:

• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age with an Associate degree in Information Technology OR two Microsoft Windows Server 2008 certifications or higher and one Microsoft Windows 7
• At least two years or equivalent work experience as a System Administrator on a Local Area Network of at least 50 client workstations.
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and above; MS Exchange Server 2010 and above; MS SQL Server 2005 and above; and Internet Information Server (IIS).
• Microsoft Office Suite 2010 to include Access database(s).
• Basic Knowledge of Apple operating systems including iOS, OSX, and Mavericks VMWare implementation, configuration, and administration. This includes creating and managing virtual machines within the VM environment.
• Installation, configuring, and maintaining of server hardware, software applications and associated network equipment, to include SCSI, RAID, and I/O topology.
• TCP/IP network protocols, firewall management, and client operating systems.
• Active Directory/Global Catalogue.
• Configuration of Cisco devices via console and Cisco Network Assistant (CNA).
• Implementing and administering Microsoft Windows 7.
• Must be able to lift and carry a mail pouch weighing 70 lbs. for short distances. Perform other duties as assigned by the IPO or ISO.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued Top Secret security clearance.

Desirable, but not mandatory:

• Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT).
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• Oracle Database 11G Administrator Certified Associate.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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