Senior System Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the stable and secure operation of enterprise computer systems and network connections through planning, development, installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization.
• Organize and oversee the configuration and operation of complex information management systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve end-user software issues, connectivity problems, and system performance concerns.
• Conduct system capacity and performance analyses and recommend configuration changes or upgrades to improve system efficiency and availability.
• Improve administration accuracy and productivity through the development of automation tools, scripts, and standardized procedures.
• Deliver training and guidance to system administrators and end-users, including skills assessments and instructional documentation.
• Provide technical input on emerging technologies and align IT direction with organizational goals.
• Deliver local and remote maintenance support for operational systems across multiple locations, including general maintenance, system upgrades, and new server/application installations.
• Supervise junior system administrators in daily operations, ensuring optimal system and resource performance and responsive user support.
• Apply advanced knowledge in application networking, including load balancing and fault tolerance.
• Perform and manage vulnerability assessments and remediation across enterprise systems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Information Processing, with the majority focused on diverse hardware/software solutions.
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise-level software systems.
• Proven leadership in supporting and managing complex IT infrastructures and supervising administrative staff.
• Experience with system performance tuning, automation, and secure networked environments.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline.

Clearance

• Top Secret - IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive clearance with a favorable Tier 5 (T5) SSBI.

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.

• Locations: Remote
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 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. Citizen

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, 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.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.