Systems Administrator III

This position will be accountable for administration, configuration, installation, provisioning, monitoring of Linux and Windows systems and applications in a hybrid datacenter environment. Job duties include troubleshooting to ensure availability, capacity and performance of infrastructure systems and applications. Perform assigned duties with general direction from team leads and/or managers., * Deploy highly available, scalable and secure on-prem and cloud infrastructure with a focus on Microsoft Azure GOV and AWS GOV.

• Demonstrated ability to operate in an Agile environment
• Implement infrastructure migration methodologies and techniques to migrate workloads into Microsoft Azure GOV and AWS GOV.
• Develop orchestration, provisioning, and resiliency automation to support continuous delivery and continuous integration process
• Solid, demonstrated understanding of Microsoft Azure GOV and AWS GOV technologies (both IaaS and PaaS) and options to support the migration process.
• Work closely with the engineering and architecture teams to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployment, orchestration and provisioning of infrastructure.
• Analyze and resolve configuration issues in development, test, and production environments
• Install and configure Windows server operating systems and software on VMware and Physical servers
• Responsible for On-Premise Datacenter maintenance, patching servers, backups and tape rotations, maintain documentation, server inventory and Datacenter and server supplies and parts
• Be a team player and coordinate with the larger Systems and Infrastructure team on projects and initiatives
• Generate hardware and software reports from SCCM to determine deficiencies
• Be part of on-call support and available 24/7 to help troubleshoot issues that could arise in a Datacenter environment
• Maybe required to perform other duties as instructed by team leads and/or managers
• Coordinate with vendors for technical support and upgrades.
• Acting as a product, application or service owner in a DevSecOps Culture.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or as required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related discipline and six or more years of progressive professional systems administration experience in an information technology department. May substitute equivalent working experience in the field in lieu of education.
• 7-10 years of experience supporting computer systems with at least 2-3 years of experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• 5 years of experience with various networking protocols and their use, particularly TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS and WINS.
• Certifications in one or more of the following is a great plus:
• AWS
• Azure
• ITIL
• Agile
• Agile Methodology
• Strong PowerShell skills
• Automation experience and knowledge of scripting
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022
• VMWare virtual server management
• Data Center management
• System/application monitoring (Orion)
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Basic knowledge of DNS, DHCP and Active Directory
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and IP addressing
• Ability to write documentation
• Ability to work with and coordinate vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and quickly determine escalation points
• Knowledge of other cloud environments like AWS/ Google Cloud is a plus
• High Performance Computing experience is a plus
• NetApp storage experience is a plus
• Possess both progressive technology experience and project planning acumen - ensuring on-time completion of tasks and projects in a team setting.
• Is nimble, forward thinking, and thoughtful.
• At home in a hybrid role of “roll up the sleeves” with technology teams
• Demonstrates the ability to inspire team effort, communicate IT organization goals, and build consistent process.
• Excellent communication skills to both technical and non-technical audience.
• Experience with Agile & DevOps methodologies, tools and measurement practices.
• Ability to multi-task and operate with a strong sense of urgency.
• Can-do attitude to problem solving, open-ness to evaluate and accept new ideas.
• US Citizenship is required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security clearance is required.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds

General Atomics, General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Microsoft 365 Administrator to join our ITS division. This position will be located in Longmont, CO.