Windows Server Administrator (Computing System Professional 1/2)
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Job description
The successful candidate will administer Windows systems across unclassified and enclave networks, including Active Directory management, server maintenance, and end user support. The role includes supporting the Utilities and Institutional Facilities organization that has several control systems such as building automation systems (BAS), equipment surveillance systems (ESS), and waste and water systems located at various locations across the lab.
Requirements
- Installing, configuring and troubleshooting virtual and physical servers
- Ability to troubleshoot user issues through on-site and remote support
- Setting up and installing software
- Monitor applications for device downtime and respond to unresponsive devices
- Communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel, * Experience in Windows Server Support and administration, including Active Directory and Group Policy experience
- Troubleshooting and resolving network issues
- Communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel
- Ensuring reliability, security, and data integrity for managed systems
- Experience troubleshooting problems using hands-on and remote tools
- Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both written and verbally
Training/Certifications: Advanced vendor certification (Microsoft Windows, Networking, SCADA systems)
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combinations of education and experience.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
CSP-1 Desired Skills
- VMWare vSphere administration and implementation skills
- Active DOE L or Q clearance, or equivalent, transferable clearance.
CSP-2 Desired Skills
- VMWare vSphere administration and implementation skills
- Extensive experience working with SCADA systems, building automation, control systems
- Working with outside and internal auditors to ensure system compliance
- Experience managing and working with vendors to ensure the security and compliance of diverse server and system platforms
- Experience participating in security and compliance audits
- Experience solving complex software and hardware issues in a heterogeneous computing environment
- Extensive experience interacting with customers and peers in a professional and responsive manner and giving presentations
- Monitor applications for device down time and respond to unresponsive devices
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice., *Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-border-a-chg1-ltdchg/@@images/file) for additional information.
Benefits & conditions
Computing Systems Professional 1 ($72,800 - $115,400)
Programmatic Services (ISD-PS) is seeking an energetic and customer-focused entry-level Windows Server System Administrator. This team supports the Utilities and Institutional Facilities organization that has several control systems such as building automation systems (BAS), equipment surveillance systems (ESS), and waste and water systems located at various locations across the lab.
Computing Systems Professional 2 ($87,800 - $143,000)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the selected candidate will provide Windows servers support, troubleshoot and resolve network issues and work with vendors to ensure security and compliane of server and system platforms., Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)