VMWare Systems Administrator
Location
Colorado | United States
Job description
Are you ready to make an impact? Peraton is seeking a driven System Administrator to join our Consolidated Air Force Space Command Modifications, Maintenance, and Operations (CAMMO) program at Schriever AFB, CO. Be part of a fast-pace, mission-focused environment providing operations, maintenance and sustainment support of global Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN) mission and non-mission equipment.
Responsibilities:
As a Systems Administrator, you will get a very broad range of hands-on work to include performing trunk/circuit testing and monitoring to ascertain compliance with specified parameters.
- Performs operations, maintenance and systems administration on the OSR Systems, WANIUs, encryption devices and other systems associated with Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN) Operational Control Node (OCN) at Schriever AFB, CO
- Maintain computer networks including VPNs, router, switches and other physical hardware; install and configure network equipment; configure and manage firewalls as required; monitor computer systems to improve network performance for all systems
- Coordinates efforts with customers, associate contractors and fellow CAMMO program personnel to ensure highly successful operations, configuration, and verification of connectivity
- Develop/deploy ANETS VMware solutions; administer, configure, and troubleshoot/resolve VMWare environment issues; install operating systems, service packs, security patches and bug fixes as directed; provide technical support and document VMWare processes; keep informed of related developments in VMWare technologies and products; VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) preferred; extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of VMWare ESX and related technologies
- Windows Server and Active Directory knowledge; must have knowledge of server technologies; implement highly-available server/networking/storage infrastructure; candidate may be involved in providing planning and execution of projects; troubleshoot and provide technical analysis concerning operating system, network, and application performance issues to resolution; coordinate problem management and resolution among a variety of functional areas and provide subject matter expertise support for diagnosing and resolving problems
- Client/Server management and architecture work experience; client/server experience and provide judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of client/server system; analyze client/server requirements to ensure the system meets performance requirements; must be familiar with relational databases
- Monitor and troubleshoot system/application activity and performance; perform functionality and integration testing for new and updated Endpoint Security Software; assist in the implementation of policies and standards related to the use of computing resources, overall implementation and operational aspects of multiple systems, operating environments and related software
- Provide network engineering support and install, operate, configure, optimize, and maintain the Cisco Identify Services (ISE) tool for the enterprise; provide network engineering expertise to deploy Cisco ISE network access control features; implement, configure and administer CISCO ISE; provide remediation recommendations and mitigating strategies for vulnerabilities discovered and maintain in-depth knowledge of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG), STIG technologies such as Tenable Nessus, STIG Viewer, Security Requirements Guides (SRG), Security Content Checker (SCC), STIG benchmarks, open-source tools such as Vulnerator, and other automated tools that assist with the assessment of security controls and the presentation of security assessment results; support the development, documentation and delivery of training and training materials on all cyber tools, software, processes and policies.
- Implement, maintain, and configure SolarWinds; continuously automate and tune monitors to limit false alarms; administer components as required; ability to implement, administer, configure and secure the SolarWinds suite of products
- Develops procedures and trains personnel and performs complex operations
- Accepts, develops and implements the more complex configuration changes associated with the OSR and related systems
- Perform account management, systems and database administration, testing, PMIs and troubleshooting/fault repair
- Perform systems administration, database administration and master document upkeep, account management, software support and maintenance, outage documentation review, and repair of computer systems.
- Perform customer service, configuration and touch maintenance on office use personal computer systems and peripheral devices.
- Perform simple operations and maintenance tasks on classified and unclassified audio/visual (AV) and video teleconferencing (VTC) equipment.
- Perform inventory control of classified and unclassified personal computer desktop systems, printers, peripheral devices, AV and VTC equipment.
- Interface with network system administrators and service desk teams to open and track job tickets on systems
Required Qualifications:
- BS. Degree and 2 years of experience; H.S. Diploma/GED and 6 years of experience.
- Experience in trunk/circuit testing and monitoring with the ability to efficiently and accurately review, interpret, and act upon message traffic to protect communication availability and routings.
- Demonstrated understanding of modern telecommunications networks architecture and circuits
- Good communication skills are mandatory
- Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment with government customers and other contractors
- COMPTIA Security+ Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Current DOD 8570 IAT-1-2-3 certification
- VMWare vSphere 6.7 server certification (must be willing to obtain/pass VMWare certification within 3 months of hire)
- Proficiency and experience with CiscoWorks, HP OpenView
- Microsoft SQL Database Administrator experience
- Must have a current Secret level security clearance
Desired Qualifications:
- Windows Server 2016 and Active Directory certification
- ESS (HBSS) training and certification
- Networking and firewall experience/certification
- ScienceLogic1 work experience
- Experience with the Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN)
- Experience coordinating telecommunications projects involving installations, configuration changes, upgrades, etc.
- Experience configuring cryptographic COMSEC devices, and experience handling and utilizing the associated keying materials
- Knowledge of DISA policy and directives, I.E. DISA Circular 310-70-1.
- Experience configuring cryptographic COMSEC devices, and experience handling and utilizing the associated keying materials
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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