Systems Administrator

Senior Systems AdministratorResponsibilities & QualificationsResponsibilities:Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times to maintain operating efficiency.Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space.Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.May be assigned responsibility for less experienced staff.Required Qualifications:Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearanceActive CompTIA Security+At least one Advanced Platform Certification: RHCSARHCE or Windows equivalentMinimum 8-12 years of progressively responsible systems administration experience.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise, multi-user environments in DoD or Intelligence Community settings preferred.Experience operating in classified environments.OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency's Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Senior Systems Administrator maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.Work Environment and Physical DemandsLocation: Aurora, CO with occasional travel to Colorado Springs, COType of environment: VariesNoise level: LowWork schedule: "Normal work hours" constitute on average 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week (excluding breaks and meal periods) within standard operational hours occurring 0600-1800, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.Amount of Travel: 20%Physical DemandsThe employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds.The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Authorization/Security ClearanceU.S. CitizenshipActive TS/SCI + CI Poly clearanceOther InformationPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. 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