System Admin

System AdminComtech is a woman-owned small business founded in 1998 and headquartered in Reston, VA. We offer IT solutions across the disciplines of program/project management, applications development, infrastructure, Cyber security, and enterprise content/data management services. We have developed our methodologies and processes based on the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v.3 Framework across enterprise infrastructure operations. These methodologies and processes are reinforced through our organization's externally accredited certifications, which include ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System (QMS), ISO/IEC 20000-1:2011 IT Service Management Systems (SMS, corporate ITIL certification), ISO 27001:2005 Information Security Management System (ISMS), and CMMI-DEV Level 3.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Provide support of the a system; provide operations, management, and administrative support to provide 99.9% availabilityProvide additional coverage and support of the systemManage system environmentPerforms scripting of tasks to help automate administration and maintenanceManage and operate the system which includes all software, hardware, and network infrastructureMaintain all system passwords to include servers, Hardware Security Modules (HSM), HSM administrative card sets, workstations, firewalls, network infrastructure, and applications related to the system.Establishes system by planning and executing the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of PC and server hardware, software, LAN and WAN networks, and operating and system management systems; defining system and operational policies and procedures.Maintains system performance by performing system monitoring and analysis, and performance tuning; troubleshooting system hardware, software, networks and operating and system management systems; designing and running system load/stress testing; escalating application problems to vendor.Secures system by developing system access, monitoring, control, and evaluation; establishing and testing disaster recovery policies and procedures; completing back-ups; maintaining documentation.Prepares users by designing and conducting training programs; providing references and support.Upgrades system by conferring with vendors and services; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements and new software.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.QualificationsMinimum skills and qualifications:US Citizenship required. No Dual CitizensAbility to acquire a Public TrustBachelors Degree or 4 years additional experience in lieu of degree2 or more years of IT Delivery and/or Operations experience with large US Federal projects2 ore more years experience managing Windows and Linux-based systems.2 or more years experience with OS shell scripting (e.g., Bash, sh, ksh, PowerShell, etc.)Ability to maintain a calm, fact-oriented attitude in stressful situations.Comfort working with senior-level clients.Superb written and oral communication skills.Positive and helpful attitude.Ability to work with others on immediate team and across program teamsProven ability to work independently and as a team member - Able to work flexible schedule/weekends if neededPreferred skills and qualifications:Knowledge of the DHS Systems Engineering Life Cycle methodologyFamiliarity working with the DHS data centersBizTalkIBM WebsphereIntercede Card Management System Card Production SystemDaon Identity Management SystemMicrosoft SQL ServerAdditional InformationPlease share me your updated word copy of Resume.I Appreciate, if you can refer someone who is looking for this position.Contact:Nayan HazareIT RecruiterCall: 703 962 6656Email: View email address on click.appcast.io