Systems Engineer

The Network and Systems Engineer position is a key role within our IT team, responsible for managing and optimizing our network and systems infrastructure. As a crucial member of the team, you will be involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining the technology stack that underpins our business operations.

Responsibilities:

• Network Infrastructure Management:
  • Design, implement, and manage the network infrastructure using Dell and Cisco technologies.
  • Ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of the network.
• Systems Administration:
  • Administer Windows servers, ensuring they operate efficiently and securely. Including RDS, AD/DS, WSUS, Group Policy, etc.
  • Ability to collaborate with the IT team to manage and troubleshoot server-related issues with Windows and Linux.
• Virtualization and Cloud Services:
  • Deploy and manage virtualization solutions using VMware.
  • Extensive experience with Hyper-V and ability to administer VMs and virtualized networking.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Implement and maintain security protocols to safeguard network and systems integrity.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for Windows, RHEL, and Cisco/Dell technologies.
• Linux Expertise:
  • Leverage expertise in Linux to administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux servers and associated services.
  • Collaborate with the development teams to support Linux-based applications and environments.
• Collaboration and Documentation:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide technical solutions.
  • Document network and systems configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.

Reuquired Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top-Secret clearance 
• 10 Years of relevant experience
• 8570 IAT level II Certification Required
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer and Systems Administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of Dell networking, Cisco technologies, VMware, Azure, and Windows servers.
• Strong understanding of network/systems security and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience in RHEL Administration.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, VMware Certified Professional) are a plus.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support our prime contract with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus
• Change Management
• Develop Others
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Build Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. 
• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S Citizenship

Top Secret Clearance 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.