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Req ID: RQ178716
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Job Family: Systems Administration
Skills:
Active Directory (AD),VMware,VMware vSphere
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Check out this great opportunity to join one of GDIT’s fastest long-standing growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation Systems eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting-edge program supporting DoD intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES-X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real world issues on a cross-functional, fast paced team. We are seeking a Systems Administrator that can work independently – please read below!
We are seeking a highly experienced project manager to lead enterprise IT projects using agile methodologies.
Responsibilities:
Administer VMware virtual environments to include ESXi hosts, vCenter appliances, VxRail HCIs, and VSANs.
Creates and maintains detailed system documentation.
Provides system/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance.
Maintains current knowledge of rapidly changing technology, always on the lookout for new technologies, and works with management to evolve current processes.
Download, stage and deploy systems-related security policies and updates to maintain information system compliance with DISA security policies and procedures (STIGs, IAVAs, etc.).
Develop scripts (PowerShell, VBScript, etc.) to perform recurring systems administration tasks, automate installs, gather metrics, etc.
Administer Microsoft Active Directory environments with an emphasis in the following areas:
Windows Server 2016, 2019
Microsoft Exchange 2016, 2019
Windows SharePoint 2013, 2016
Microsoft SQL 2012, 2014, 2016
Group policy deployment and design
Active directory design to include DNS configuration, Sites and Services, etc.
MECM (previously “ SCCM ”) configuration and administration.
Software deployment/upgrades.
Windows 10, 11 operating system maintenance and deployments.
Deploy Operating System updates.
Participates in special projects as assigned.
*24/7 Position. Shift work is required, to include holidays and weekends.*
Required Qualifications:
BA/BS degree + 5 years or equivalent work experience is required.
Must possess and maintain a SECRET Clearance.
Must meet DoD 8570 requirements and be eligible for IAT level II access upon hire for positions with elevated privileges.
Depending on job assignment, additional specific certifications may be required.
Must obtain ITIL V4 Foundation within six months of hire.
Experience with infrastructure including but not limited to data center operations, server hardware, operating systems (Windows, Linux), web servers (IIS, Apache, Tomcat), databases (MS SQL, MySQL, postgreSQL).
Experience with VDI virtual desktop infrastructure, virtualization (VMware), networking, storage, monitoring, etc.
Experience in infrastructure design and operations including load balancing app/db clustering, firewall rules, fail over, monitoring, diagnostics, and performance tuning, etc.
Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must work shift work, to include holidays and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
VMware VCAP, VCDX
The likely salary range for this position is $80,226 - $90,045. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
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.