Sr. Systems Administrator (Night Shift)

Req ID: RQ144117Type of Requisition: RegularClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + PolygraphJob Family: Systems AdministrationSkills:Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM),Operating Systems (OS),Virtual InfrastructureCertifications:Certified Novell Administrator (CNA) - NovellExperience:5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:​Transform technology into opportunity as a Sr. Systems Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Sr. Systems Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Sr. Systems Administrator joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.HOW A SR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR ADVISOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACTShift Hours: Wednesdays-Saturday with alternating Wednesdays Off (5:30PM - 5:30AM)Manages the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems.The 24/7 operations technician is responsible for the operations, maintenance, and monitoring of data center operations and supporting infrastructure. This is a mid-level position into a 24/7 operations groupThe 24/7 operations technician actively provides tier 2+ network monitoring and systems administration & support of 24/7 Operation in support of critical CONUS and OCONUS operations. The 24/7 Ops team is responsible for detailed operations documentation and reporting of events with follow through until resolution. The team operates 24/7/365 and must follow operational procedures and guidelines established by leadership to include some knowledge of business structure and interdependencies between departmental applications.ResponsibilitiesConducts real-time, pro-active monitoring of all compute and local area networking resources within the data centers (including Virtual Infrastructure, data center LAN, virtual servers, Storage solutions, databases) across multiple sites.Identify, analyze, responds, triages, and troubleshoot/resolve system alerts indicating issues with data center components.Conducting hands-on administration of virtual machines, hosts, and devices via vCenter, remote desktop protocols, and other virtualized management interfaces. Administration consists of, but is not limited to: assessing all virtual resources, consoling into virtual machines, creating/deleting virtual snapshots, fully triaging virtual server issues, and restarting virtual machines.Support diagnoses and troubleshooting of problems/issues with the virtualization environment including Microsoft Windows and Linux O/S systems.Provide systems diagnostics and availability monitoring and reporting/escalation services Perform incident capture, verification, diagnostics and escalationWithin established procedures, responds to end user requests for technical support and assistance. Provides first response for all associated, technical engineering lanes within the data center Manages, record and tracks compute configuration changes as approved by Configuration Change Control BoardsCreate and maintain standard operating procedures and operational reporting protocol for the purpose of communicating system and network health with upper management, government customers, mission partners, ASPs, and agency executives. Interact with vendors to coordinate the maintenance and replacement of hardware that effects high and critical systems and environments Maintain extremely accurate, high level reporting of all issues Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.Shift Hours: Wednesdays-Saturday with alternating Wednesdays Off (5:30PM - 5:30AM)WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.5-8 years of directly related experience in systems administration of preferably Windows and Linux OS systems.Direct technical experience in Virtualization administration, preferably VMWare.5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following areas: Data center Operations, Network Ops Center Operations, Enterprise-level network monitoring and/or virtual infrastructure monitoring.5+ year providing Operation and Sustainment support for the virtualization environment.Familiarity with current data center infrastructure.Maintain current industry knowledge of development concept, practices and proceduresDevelop an in-depth understanding of the ITEMS Data Center Services baseline capabilities, design and objectives.Provide systems diagnostics and availability monitoring and reporting/escalation servicesPerform incident capture, verification, diagnostics and escalationPosition is expansive and additional responsibilities can be addedHigh level understanding of data center componentsMust have current 8570 IAT II Level Certification (CNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, Sec+ CE, SSCP) or higher.Desired solid understanding of the ITIL frameworkMust have current TS/SCI security clearanceMust be a U.S. CitizenSkills and Abilities:Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles, methods, and techniques.Knowledge of the current industry hardware, software, and equipment.Professional certification in one or more relevant technologiesRequired Skills:Working familiarity of VMware ESX 6.0/6.5/6.7Working familiarity of Windows Server 2008R2/2012R2/2016Working familiarity of Unix/LinuxStrong understanding of enterprise networks including load balancers, routers, switchesExperience with enterprise–level monitoring suites/software preferably BMC TrueSight, SolarWindsDesired Skills:Ability to identify trends and drive key metricsAbility to make correct data-driven judgmentsAbility to work independently and manage multiple task and priorities for operational deliverablesAbility to analyze and troubleshoot using Window server logs, monitoring and network analysis toolsRemedy and/or ServiceNow Experience a plusTechnical written & verbal communication skills (technical writing)Experience supporting Intelligence and/or DoD CommunityLocation: On Customer SiteUS Citizenship Required● Location: On Customer Site●US Citizenship RequiredGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:● 401K with company match● Comprehensive health and wellness packages● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays#Rover2022COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.