Senior Systems Administrator (Nationwide Traveling Contractor)

Job Description Job Description We are seeking an IT Systems Administrator Contractor to work on an as needed basis to support Cyber Security and System Administrative needs to clients across various industries in the United States. As Client request are received, Travel to location will be required with the ability to be on site with client until need is resolved. This position will support onsite projects across all 48 contiguous states with an average of one to two weeks per assignment with potentially some of time supporting functions remotely.
Responsibilities:
Manage all aspects of the servers and networking platform
Support active Directory in an enterprise environment
Administer Domain Controllers, File servers, Group Policy, DNS Server, DHCP servers, Microsoft Hyper-V servers, VMWare from 5.x to 6.x, Host, VMs, Data Store, Snapshots, VMDKs.
Troubleshoot network & system issues
Monitor active network and server infrastructure
Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment
Administer network security measures to prevent system interruptions or breaches
Execute sensitive data backup and restoration procedures
Document all technical procedures and user guides
​ Requirements:
Previous experience as a network or systems administrator
Ability to build and configure servers from scratch
Must be familiar with administering various Firewalls from various vendors including SonicWall and Cisco
Must be familiar with fundamental IT security methodologies including FTK imaging, Windows Live Response, VMDK exports
Must be familiar with VLANS and subnetting.
Knowledge of TCP/IP and data protocols
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Deadline and detail-oriented
Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
Must be able to work 7 days a week and travel within a 24-Hour request.
Must be able to work independently or as a team with little to no supervision and adhere to specific scope and confidentiality requirements
Basic Qualification:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information system management, information technology or other related fields.
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant Experience
Ability to travel
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications from Microsoft, VMWare, Cisco
PMP Certification
IT Security Certification
Company Description The Plexos Group, LLC employs the most experienced and innovative professionals in the field of disaster recovery management who have completed similar work for municipal, state, and federal agencies. Our project team has more than 100 years of combined experience in managing disaster recovery and has led disaster recovery programs in excess of $25 billion. Company Description The Plexos Group, LLC employs the most experienced and innovative professionals in the field of disaster recovery management who have completed similar work for municipal, state, and federal agencies. Our project team has more than 100 years of combined experience in managing disaster recovery and has led disaster recovery programs in excess of $25 billion.