Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Journeyman)

Job Type: Full- Time

Workplace Type: Onsite

Clearance: Secret

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too.

Job Summary

Castalia Systems is seeking a Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Journeyman), to support our client on site at MacDill AFB. The successful candidate will provide Network and Computer Systems Administration duties and be willing to work shift work to include holidays and weekends.

Roles and Responsibilities

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Administer VMware virtual environments to include ESXi hosts, vCenter appliances, VxRail HCIs, and VSANs
• Creates and maintains detailed system documentation.
• Provides system/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance.
• Maintains current knowledge of rapidly changing technology, always on the lookout for new technologies, and works with management to evolve current processes.
• Download, stage and deploy systems-related security policies and updates to maintain information system compliance with DISA security policies and procedures (STIGs, IAVAs, etc.)
• Develop scripts (PowerShell, VBScript, etc.) to perform recurring systems administration tasks, automate installs, gather metrics, etc.
• Administer Microsoft Active Directory environments with an emphasis in the following areas:
  
  
  
  • Windows Server 2016, 2019
  • Microsoft Exchange 2016
  • Windows SharePoint 2013, 2016
  • Microsoft SQL 2012, 2014, 2016
  • Group policy deployment and design
  
  
  
  
• Active directory design to include DNS configuration, Sites and Services, etc.
• MECM (previously "SCCM") configuration and administration.
• Software deployment/upgrades.
• Windows 10, 11 operating system maintenance and deployments.
• Deploy Operating System updates.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.
• **24/7 Position. Shift work is required, to include holidays and weekends.**

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree + 5 years or equivalent work experience is required.
• Must possess and maintain a SECRET Clearance.
• Must meet DoD 8570 requirements and be eligible for IAT level II access upon hire for positions with elevated privileges
• Depending on job assignment, additional specific certifications may be required.
• Must obtain ITIL V4 Foundation within six months of hire.
• Experience with infrastructure including but not limited to data center operations, server hardware, operating systems (Windows, Linux), web servers (IIS, Apache, Tomcat), databases (MS SQL, MySQL, postgreSQL).
• Experience with VDI virtual desktop infrastructure, virtualization (VMware), networking, storage, monitoring, etc.
• Experience in infrastructure design and operations including load balancing app/db clustering, firewall rules, fail over, monitoring, diagnostics, and performance tuning, etc.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must work shift work, to include holidays and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• VMware VCAP, VCDX

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must work shift work, to include holidays and weekends.

Travel

• As needed

Company Description

Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application.

With our vast knowledge of our customers' needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with cutting-edge technology so it's so evident when you compare us with anyone.

Disclaimer

Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.