System Administrator

Job Title

This position requires a currently held active DOD Secret Clearance

Project Overview

The U.S. Army Signal Regional Network Enterprise Center (NEC) requires Information Technology services to provide Command, Control, Communication, and Computer Information Technology (C4/IT) Enterprise Management Services. Fort Sam Houston is part of a Joint Base and C4/IT support is a key component affecting the readiness and sustainability of critical DoD and other tenant activities across the installation. In addition, NEC Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) will be undergoing changes due to regionalization restructuring. The Army and the Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) are in the process of transforming the DoD Information Network – Army (DODIN-A). Some of the local network functions are moving to the enterprise. The most recent service that moved to the enterprise was Email. The NEC supports some Major Army Commands and some Direct Reporting Units (DRU) such as the Army Medical Command, Army South, Installation Command and its subordinate commands, and Medical Education & Training Campus. The overall strength of these organizations along with the other tenants on the installation surpass a population of twenty-five thousand three hundred fifty (25,350) Military, Civilian, Contractor, and Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) personnel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain appropriate Cyber Security controls and ensure Operational Security requirements are according to the performance standards established in the C4IM Services List (latest version) for all assigned servers.
• Maintain all aspects of the Network Attached Storage (NAS) or any other back-up solution the Government will establish as a standard back-up solution (i.e. Global Enterprise Solution).
• Maintain control and access of data storage, space allocation, and device usage for authorized users; analyze file organization and database structure, taking action as required to eliminate deficiencies; set alarms and report unauthorized access attempts/intrusions, correct weaknesses/vulnerabilities, and document permission violations at local, group, or global level.
• Perform local database administration for standard database software for common user services.
• Perform backups for standard databases for common-user services.
• Manage virtual filers including Virtual File Manager system.
• Identify and replace failed hardware with government furnished replacements; ensure all back-up systems are operating on latest versions of software and have required patches and patches.
• Create and manage Group Policy Objects.
• Assist with development of an updated Quarterly Enterprise System Management Architectural Design Document describing service level offerings and planned enhancements.
• Draft and maintain SOP documents for the functional category.
• Contribute to T&T proposal activities and all other duties as assigned by T&T managers.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience supporting DoD Networks

• Thorough knowledge of back-up solution equipment, software, and configuration; proficient with Network Management protocols/services.

• Experience with server administration (e.g. MS Server 2012R2, WINS/DNS/DHCP servers, and Print servers).

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Current experience on Army Networks (NIPR and SIPR)

Education/Experience

• Experience with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)

• Experience creating and deploying application packages within the DoD environment

Certifications (Required)

• CompTIA Security+ or IAT Level II baseline certification required.

• Full CE certification required; CompTIA Server+ or valid industry storage (HP, NetApp)

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, 401(k) Plan, Training Programs, Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled