Job Title: Senior Systems Administrator
Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Time Type: Full-time
Potential for Telework: No
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: W2 or 1099
Citizenship: US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship
Position Overview:
The Senior Systems Administrator will oversee the stable operation, maintenance, and support of in-house computer software systems and network infrastructure. This role involves planning, developing, installing, configuring, and optimizing network systems and communication links. The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for organizing and directing the configuration and operation of information management systems, resolving end-user connectivity and software issues, and conducting capacity and performance analyses. Additionally, they will develop automation tools, procedures, and provide training to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring security and fault tolerance across multiple deployment sites.
Key Responsibilities:
-Ensure the reliable operation of all in-house software systems and network connections.
-Plan, develop, install, configure, support, and optimize all network software and communication links.
-Organize and oversee the configuration, operation, and management of information systems.
-Analyze and troubleshoot end-user software and connectivity problems.
-Conduct capacity planning and performance analysis to recommend system upgrades and configuration changes.
-Enhance administrator efficiency through automation tools and scripting; develop procedures and conduct training sessions.
-Provide end-user training and support to promote effective system use.
-Offer strategic recommendations on technology direction aligned with organizational goals.
-Deliver both local and remote maintenance support for operational systems across multiple locations.
-Perform general system maintenance, upgrades, and installations of servers and applications.
-Supervise and coordinate work activities of other system administrators, focusing on resource optimization and user assistance.
-Apply advanced knowledge of application networking, including load balancing and fault tolerance mechanisms.
-Implement vulnerability management practices to ensure system security.
Minimum Requirements:
-BA/BS degree in a technical discipline.
-At least ten (10) years of specialized experience in information processing environments, with a focus on hardware/software solutions.
-A minimum of four (4) years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving issues with diverse software systems.
-Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) security clearance at the time of proposal submission.
NexThreat is dedicated to our employees' well-being, growth, and satisfaction. We offer a competitive compensation package that supports and enables our corporate commitment to excellence.
Our extensive benefits include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Ensuring our employees have access to essential healthcare services.
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions: Helping our employees secure their financial future.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Providing peace of mind with robust coverage.
Up to Five weeks of PTO: Enabling you to streamline your work life balance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offering financial protection during unforeseen circumstances.
529 College Savings Plan: Supporting our employees’ educational savings goals.
Employee Learning Program with Tuition Reimbursement: Encouraging continuous learning and development.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans: Allowing employees to manage their healthcare expenses effectively.
Profit Sharing: Rewarding our employees for contributing to the company’s success.
Employee Referral Program: Incentivizing our team to bring in new talent.
$5,000 Company-Paid Travel/Vacation after 5 Years of Service: Celebrating loyalty and service with generous vacation benefits.
Equal Opportunity and Career Advancement
NexThreat is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We provide a clear pathway for career development, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.
Fair Compensation
Our commitment to fair compensation is reflected in our competitive salary packages. NexThreat’s internal efficiencies enable us to offer not only fair wages but also additional financial benefits such as spot and merit bonuses, profit sharing, commuting benefits, and comprehensive insurance coverage.
Reward and Recognition
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. By regularly collecting customer feedback, we identify opportunities to provide spot bonuses, gifts, and other forms of recognition, ensuring our team members feel valued and appreciated.
Vacation Benefits
Understanding the importance of work-life balance, NexThreat offers a unique vacation benefit. Every 5 years, employees receive $5,000 towards a vacation for themselves and their families.
We strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
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