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**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD**
Title: IT Administrator
Location: Houston TX
Security: Secret
Schedule: Due to the nature of law enforcement work and operation position may require occasional support outside of core working hours as well as intermittent weekend support mission dependent.
Travel: This position will require travel to multiple sights within Houston and surrounding cities as part of maintaining the IT infrastructure.
About KACE:
When you make the decision to join KACE you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nations safety security and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employeeits The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven forward focused openminded trustworthy and invested. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees to our customers and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!
Minimum Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Network Administration: 3 years of experience managing enterpriselevel network infrastructures (e.g. routers switches firewalls VPNs).
- System Administration: 3 years of experience with system administration in Windows and Linux environments managing file systems servers and applications.
- Virtualization Experience: Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware HyperV or cloudbased platforms (e.g. AWS Azure).
- Backup Solutions: Experience with backup and disaster recovery tools and processes.
- Networking: Indepth knowledge of TCP/IP DNS DHCP VPNs routing/switching protocols (e.g. OSPF BGP).
- Operating Systems: Proficient in managing Windows Server Linux and other server platforms.
- Security: Familiarity with network and system security best practices firewalls and encryption.
- Scripting & Automation: Ability to use scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell Bash) to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
- Monitoring Tools: Experience with system and network monitoring tools (e.g. SolarWinds Nagios Zabbix)
- Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Effective communication skills for interacting with crossfunctional teams and endusers.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to infrastructure management
Desired Skills:
- Experience with cloud computing environments (AWS Azure) and cloud networking.
- Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible Puppet).
- Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment in the field which consists primarily of the IT equipment associated with LPR platforms and to conduct limited travel when required
Certifications:
- Network Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Barracuda equivalent
- CompTIA Network
- System Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server (e.g. MCSA MCSE) or Linux certifications (e.g. RHCE)
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or virtualizationrelated certifications.
- Security Certifications:
- CompTIA Security or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Clearance:
Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.
Security Requirements/Background Investigation Requirements:
- Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
- Favorable credit check for all cleared positions
- Successfully passing a background investigation including drug screening.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
- Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Standing for prolonged and extended periods of time.
- Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0 10 of the time.
- Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0 10 of the time.
- Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write type and use a telephone system 100 of the time.
- Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.
This job description reflects managements assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description.
For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany
KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran disability or any other federal state or local protected class.
KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
