Job description
Overview:
The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) in Princeton, NJ has an immediate career opening for a Systems Administrator with expertise in Microsoft Windows. Experience with the Linux operating system a plus. This opening is located at IDA’s Center for Communications Research in Princeton, New Jersey (CCR-P). IDA offers a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and a superior professional working environment. To the right individual, IDA offers the opportunity to have a major impact on key national programs while working on fascinating technical issues.
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Windows engineer to update, expand and maintain the Windows footprint in our mostly-Linux enterprise. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who is able to solve a diverse range of technical problems. Responsibilities include maintaining systems functionality, availability, security, and performance. Contributes and plays a key role in the implementation of programs or projects that effect the organization’s goals and objectives. Coordinates with other IT staff in support of operational tasks and requirements. Ensures configuration standards are maintained and adheres to IT best practices and corporate and security policy.
Responsibilities:
- Implements IT technology initiatives. Provides primary hands-on technical expertise to ensure successful deployments.
- Develops resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems. Coordinates resources to resolve problems when necessary.
- Mentors junior staff on select projects and transitions operational support of new deployments as appropriate.
- Researches and develops integration plans for new technologies to ensure compatibility with the current environment.
- Builds new physical and virtual servers to design specifications.
- Ensures all systems meet or exceed the business and security requirements in accordance with relevant government directives and guidelines.
- Prepares technical documentation to include standard operating procedures and processes.
- Administers and maintains classified and unclassified systems and services to ensure optimum performance and availability.
- Maintains technical proficiency in IT technologies; keeps abreast of industry trends.
- Communicates all computer network, system and service problems and outages immediately to the appropriate supervisors and/or managers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in related field.
Six years minimum experience in Information Technology, which includes at least four years in systems administration.
Possess advanced knowledge in designing, administering, and supporting Microsoft Windows servers, systems, and software.
Experience installing and configuring in more than one of the following technologies is preferred:
- Microsoft Active Directory
- McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator
- Microsoft Windows Server Update Services
- Microsoft Exchange
- Microsoft Remote Desktop Services
- Virtual Desktop environment to include VMware and Horizon
Must be organized, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form and with all levels of employees; possess good interpersonal skills.
Project management experience desired
- Position requires ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI security clearance with lifestyle polygraph. Current TS/SCI with lifestyle polygraph clearance preferred.
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Ability to obtain and maintain DOD 8570 IAT II certification.
- Must be willing to occasionally work hours outside of a normal schedule. Such evolutions are infrequent and the schedule negotiable.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Click here to learn more about IDA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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