Server System Administrator

• Provide server installation and Go Live support for new facilities.
• Perform refresh of servers (CONUS), provide a plan and update it as needed.
• Provide non-routine (e.g., emergency) server installation support services.

• Coordinate with the applicable points-of-contact to arrange server installations and minimize disruptions to on-going activities; Coordinate logistics with the other functional elements of this contract (e.g., shipping and receiving, deployment, training, etc.); and create accurate technical documents for all server installation activities.

• Perform server installation refreshes (all hardware components) with full hardware, OS installation, configuration and migration of data to new hardware.

• After installation and deployment, ensure that the systems are configured per technical specifications contained in approved technical documentation.

• In support of an active deployment, perform operating system configuration and security fixes.

• Hands-on experience and provide guidance to highly technical systems engineers, Server installation including Dell iDrac, Windows Server, ESXi, NetApp ONTAP, SNAP Mirror and SQL Database Support.

• Provides technical expertise in the management of servers that connect to a public and/or private network such as Internet protocol (IP) networks, wide area networks (WANs), switches, routers (CISCO), and troubleshoot issues by collaborating with all parties.

• Provide Technical expertise and guidance to Servers, System Administrators team, trouble shoot complex issues.

• Assist design of network installation configurations from ground-up in new sites, support decommissioning of a site, and assist in moves, support computer systems and peripherals.

• Create, review, and update SOPs.

• Conduct Training sessions to ensure all team members are cross trained in supported technology and provide Server technical issue resolution, that also include infrastructure-related problems.

• Direct and lead preparation of drawings documenting Server configuration changes at each site. , * Lead functional teams or projects requiring depth and/or breadth of expertise, and all other tasks assigned by the Manager.

• Ability to manage and lead a small team, ensuring effective collaboration, task delegation, and timely completion of objectives.

• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology with a focus on Server/Network.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, effective decision-making.
• Experience in Customer Service.
• One or more IT industry certifications.

• Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere platform to include vCenter, vMotion and ESXi.

• Hands-on experience with server installations including Windows Server, Linux, NetApp ONTAP, and Dell PowerEdge system.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Productivity applications.
• Database configuration and administration
• Storage appliance configuration and migration.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to travel at least 25%

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
• A current and active Secret clearance strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically lift equipment weight up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to perform installation work in constrained spaces like under work desks, in small cubicles, and counter window environments.

• Must be able to remain in stationary position for up to 50% of the time.

• Must be able to work in an office environment and be able to freely move within this space to utilize office equipment as well as interface with co-workers and customers. ,* Must be able to effectively use IT peripherals such as laptop, desktop, printer, fax machine, etc.

• Must be able to review; decipher and understand program manuals; software/hardware manuals; training manuals; etc.