Network System Administrator

Job Details

Description


We're looking for a Network System Administrator! In this role, you'll design, test, implement and manage the lifecycle of critical network infrastructure and systems. Additionally, you'll evaluate and optimize systems to improve resiliency, performance and security risk posture, and will troubleshoot technical challenges and perform analysis of alternatives for solutions.

This position requires being primarily onsite at AFRL/RRS in Rome, NY and requires travel to other CONUS military installations. This position also requires an active TS/SCI.

How You'll Succeed

You'll succeed by using your proficiency in Linux and related skills to collaborate with software engineers and system administrators to maintain a network infrastructure that is essential to the design, development and testing of systems for the USAF and the DoD. You'll administer Kubernetes clusters, RHEL 7/8 workstations/servers, user accounts/access, Elasticsearch and other storage pools, and will oversee the operational maintenance, support and upgrades for operating systems, workstations and servers.

Who You Are

You're an experienced systems administrator who can easily perform software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages. You're able to schedule installations and upgrades and maintain them in accordance with established IT policies and procedures. You're confident in your ability to:

• Monitor and tune a system to achieve optimum performance levels
• Maintain network infrastructure, including all hardware and software
• Research, purchase and deploy servers and workstations
• Support accreditation of the classified (TS) development network
• Contribute to Analysis of Alternatives of candidate technology for use in R&D projects
• Support the design and implementation of infrastructure used as part of innovative solutions to operational challenge problems

Your Expertise


You have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field of study and 5 years' experience configuring and maintaining one or more network systems to include servers, client systems, firewalls, switches, storage and backup systems OR equivalent combination of education and experience
You have an active TS/SCI clearance (successfully completing a Counterintelligence Polygraph within first six months of employment is a requirement)
You have 5 years of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7.0/8.0 experience
You have 3 years' experience supporting systems using containerized services and possess knowledge and skills with relevant technologies (Rancher, Kubernetes, Ceph, Docker, etc.).
You have 2 years' experience with achieving and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO), related security compliance measures, Xacta Risk Management Platform and technical protocols for working in a classified environment
You have network architecture and IT infrastructure configuration knowledge to include switches, cabling and cable termination
You have a minimum of DoD IAT Level I certification
You have the ability to travel up to 10% - 25%
You have strong troubleshooting and problem resolution skills including improving processes or using automation techniques such as scripting to make work efforts more efficient
You have strong customer service, interpersonal, written and communication skills


Preferred Skills & Certifications:


Active certification compliant with DoD8570 IAT Level II or higher (i.e., CompTIA Security+ CE)
Experience scripting and shell experience

Skills : SYSTEM , ELASTICSEARCH , DOCKER , LINUX , NETWORK , CEPH , RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX