Senior Storage Administrator

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We are seeking a Senior Storage Administrator to join our team supporting an ITES task order.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in enterprise data storage system design, installation, configuration, security, and maintenance.
• Three (3) years maintaining enterprise storage/network policies and standards.
• Three (3) years of experience performing data environment refreshes at developer request.
• Three (3) working with MS-Windows, Solaris, and RHEL/OEL Linux.
  • Three or more years' experience creating, maintaining, following Standard Operating Procedures for repeatable processes, disaster recovery, and common problem resolution.
• Three (3) years administering storage networks and managing VMware 7.x or later.
• Three (3) years of experience with IP-based network communication.
  • Installation and configuration experience of backup SW with Windows Server 2019, Solaris 11, RedHat Enterprise Linux 7 and higher.
• Three (3) years supporting cybersecurity practices such as STIGs, SRGs, RMF, SCA-V, and CORA.
• Experience scripting in PowerShell and Bash; strong command-line interface (CLI) skills.
• Strong CLI skills
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+.
• Computing Environment (CE) Certification (can be waived for 30 days after project join date.)
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
  • Server+.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Clearance

• Secret – IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, maintain, deploy, troubleshoot, and support enterprise storage systems and associated server environments.
• Collaborate with OS and Storage teams to support ALTESS infrastructure and its customers.
• Implement new hardware and software solutions, contributing to the development of local operating procedures and policies.
• Monitor system operations and generate utilization reports to identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Recommend, demonstrate, and implement new technologies to optimize and expand existing infrastructure.
• Ensure the security, stability, and high availability of enterprise data storage systems.
• Maintain storage and network policies and standards aligned with organizational requirements.
• Refresh data environments as requested by application development teams.
• Develop, document, and follow Standard Operating Procedures for system operations, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting.
• Administer storage solutions across MS-Windows, Solaris, and RHEL/OEL Linux environments.
• Manage storage networks and environments integrated with VMware 7.x or higher.
• Configure and support network communication and backup software across multiple platforms.
• Write and maintain scripts using PowerShell and Bash; perform advanced command-line operations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Radford VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret clearance

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $100,000 - $150,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and 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.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please 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

This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).

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. Apply now to explore jobs with us at  . 

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. 

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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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact  View email address on hackajob.com for assistance.