System Administrator

Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: Our client is currently seeking a System Administrator

• The Systems Administrator is responsible for the management of server, storage, and virtualization technologies across multiple client environments.
• Systems Administrator will be responsible for core infrastructure design and implementation using industry best practices.
• The position requires candidates to have excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues.
• The person will work in a dynamic team environment, interface with internal team members and external customers.
• Experience with designing and managing VMware clusters, including vCenter +
• Experience with VMware Horizon or other VDI technologies/solutions
• Experience with other virtualization technologies (Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, Oracle VM, or Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization)
• Active Directory Domain Administrator. Able to manage and maintain: Sites and Services, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy Objects, Computer/User Objects, LDAP, Authentication protocols, AD Permission delegation using the least privilege methodology, Dynamic/Static AD groups, as well as other Domain services in accordance with MS best practices and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with NTFS permissions and DFS name spaces for file sharing.
• Experience with data backup and restore
• Experience with Current versions of Windows (e.g. Server 2012, 2016, Windows 10 Enterprise)
• Ability to validate Security controls are functioning as intended in accordance with NIST 800-x and RMF compliance requirements.
• Experience with Vulnerability scanners such as Nessus, or SCAP scans in SCCM are desirable.
• Able to troubleshoot and remediate issues by reviewing system logs, etc.
• Experience with PKI and SSO implementation/infrastructure
• Experience with Ansible or other advanced automation technologies is a plus.
• Experience in managing Cisco networking devices
• Experience using Microsoft Visio to create complex system architecture diagrams

• 7+ years of experience managing virtual/physical servers and LAN/SAN networked environments.
• A strong candidate is a mid to senior-level engineer capable of self-starting and providing guidance/mentorship to junior administrators.
• Certified Associate in Python Programming (PCAP), Certified Professional in Python Programming (PCPP), ASP.Net, Javascript, PowerShell. Microsoft MSCE, VMWare VCP, NetApp Storage Certification, Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), IAT Level II Security Certification (e.g., Security + CE, CISSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCN).
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret
• EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in related field.