Sr. System Administrator

What you'll be doing: The systems administrator provides server, storage, and backup administration support for the Risk Management Agency (RMA). In this role you will engineer, implement and support complex IT systems and solutions that enable the agency to leverage new technologies which enhance productivity, reliability, and performance. System administration for MS Windows Server, Active Directory, Hyper-V, 3PAR Storage, Brocade switches, Citrix, and Commvault Simpana 10 is required. The candidate will also provide level II support for RMA end-users, by resolving complex issues on our core applications/systems. Occasional work after-hours to perform system maintenance or resolve problems and will be included to an on-call rotation with several other engineers, whereby monitor system alerts on an on-call phone.

What your background should be: The successful candidate must possess 8+ years of experience administering MS Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, and have extensive Active Directory experience. Extensive experience supporting server hardware, networked printers, storage area networks, storage arrays, CITRIX, Commvault, DNS, DHCP, and backup solutions is also desired. The ideal candidate will also have experience supporting MS Hyper-V virtual hosts and virtual servers/guests. Employment requires the candidate to successfully pass a government NACI background investigation and drug screening. Skills with 3PAR storage, Brocade switch administration, virtual server administration, Citrix administration, and Commvault Simpana backup software is desired. Experience with complex network architecture would also be beneficial. You should also be able to work in a fast paced environment. One or more of the following IT certifications are also desirable for this position: Windows Server 2012, Microsoft MCTS, Virtualization, and/or CompTia Network+. The successful candidate should possess a Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) certification. The systems administrator must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with strong customer service skills. The candidate must be a self-starter, eager to learn, with a solid work ethic.

Required Schooling / Training: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or Telecommunications,

Who is the client company: The Company is a leading provider of technical, engineering and enterprise information technology services.; If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com