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Unix Systems Administrators
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Our Hanover, MD client is Seeking Mid level and Senior Level Unix Systems Administrators active TS/SCI Full-Scope Polygraph security clearance.
Essential Job Functions for the Senior Systems Administrator - Provide System Administration for Unix/Linix operating system based servers. This includes server installation or upgrade, and Tier 3 support for Unix, and Linux, within the 50 mile radius of the customer. - Experienced System administrators (Min 3 yrs) with experience in either Unix/Linux based support. In addition candidates should have VMWARE, or Sun Virtualization training or experience. - Current TS/SI w/Full Scope Poly (NSA granted) - Coordinates with client management to formulate highly complex technical solutions. Identifies and implements solutions based on client needs. Informs client management of appropriate developments in technical support products. - Provides technical leadership to internal and external personnel on highly complex system installation processes. Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced personnel. - Provides technical leadership to appropriate personnel on highly complex system administration activities. Provides technical solutions and escalated support for non-routine, highly complex technical issues. - Evaluates products and upgrades for appropriateness of cost and compatibility. Oversees and implements system upgrade strategies. - Leads the design, implementation, and maintenance of highly complex solutions. Coordinates activities with other technical personnel as appropriate. - Develops and analyzes highly complex system standards, thresholds, and recommendations to maximize system performance. Initiates reviews as appropriate. - Conducts capacity planning reviews with management and approves capacity plans formulated by less experienced personnel. - Develops strategies to manage the frequency of appropriate support package/patch application. Monitors database maintenance and provides appropriate recommendations, when required. Implements solutions and refines procedures as appropriate. - Coordinates with business development personnel on proposals and work estimates involving highly complex system administration projects and solutions. - Researches current systems technology and serves as subject matter expert on complex systems processes and procedures. Conducts usability and costing studies. Essential Job Functions for the Mid Level Systems Administrator are below - Analyzes, logs, tracks and resolves software/hardware matters of significance pertaining to networking connectivity issues, printer, servers, and applications to meet business needs. - Performs troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common system problems; documents system events to ensure continuous functioning. Recommends course of action and implements as approved. - Upgrades system software and hardware components as required to meet business needs; coordinates backups. Ensures upgrades are occurring in accordance with established parameters. - Coordinates the installation of client department specific applications and systems. Determines appropriate method for installing applications and systems; resolves matters of significance and implements corrective course of action as needed. - Installs, tests, upgrades and configures system files and services to enhance performance. - Utilizes standard corporate tools to record change and problem activities for tracking purposes. Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience - Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field preferred - Nine or more years of technical experience in a client-server environment - Experience working with highly complex systems administration, database administration, and landscape maintenance - Experience working with company products and services - Experience working with company and client documentation and storage procedures - Experience working with highly complex system implementations and organizational processes Other Qualifications - Strong analytical and problem solving skills - Good leadership skills to guide and mentor the work of less experienced personnel - Strong communication skills - Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills - Strong ability to lead and work as part of a team Must have active TS SCI Lifestyle / Full Scope Polygraph to be considered.
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