1st Shift Manufacturing Coach (Supervisor) at General Dynamics Mission Systems

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of whats possible. Here youll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As a Senior Systems Administration Specialist, youll serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues by conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies. Your duties may include installing new software, troubleshooting, granting permissions to applications and training users. Youll also be responsible for the day-to-day support of server services by performing server administration for physical and virtual server operating systems and configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting of physical and virtual hardware and network related interfaces on servers. And, youll perform OS and vendor software patching on servers and monitor physical and virtual servers performance using monitoring tools.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience
• Enhanced troubleshooting skills within the server OS as well as both networking and storage technologies
• Broad understanding of the interrelationships within the IT environment with focus on server and services
• Advanced understanding of Linux server based operating systems
• Enhanced troubleshooting skills within the Linux server OS as well as both networking and storage technologies
• Working knowledge to create and run scripts to automate repetitive process
• Experience with deploying and maintaining RedHat Linux/CentOS Client/Server environments
• Experience with implementing Windows and Linux security controls to maintain system compliance
• Experience with deploying and maintaining Windows and Linux Client/Server environments
• Familiarity with compliance controls: STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), RMF (Risk Management Framework), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), NIST SP 800-171, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
• Experience installing, configuring, and writing ansible playbooks for automation supporting infrastructure production and development environments
• Experience managing virtual machine with VMware vSphere and related technologies
• Experience with Network Administration
• Expertise with CISCO/Juniper Routers, Switches, WAN Protocols (EIGRP), QOS, LAN and Data Center Protocols (Spanning -Tree, Fabric-enabled technologies, VoIP to support Data, Voice and Video)
• Expertise in routing protocols, TCP/IP protocols, security requirements and network communications.

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Broad understanding of the interrelationships within the IT environment with focus on server and services
• Working knowledge of physical and virtual server support
• Working knowledge of Linux Administation
• Working knowledge of access, permissions and security that gives the clients the access to the data they need to perform their daily activities
• Working knowledge of Network Administration

Duties and Tasks:

• Responsible for managing the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems
• Maintains the integrity and security of servers and systems
• Serves as a front-line interface to users with technical issues
• Makes recommendations for hardware and software purchase
• Interacts with third-party technology vendors and internal database staff
• Conducts systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies
• Duties may include installing new software, troubleshooting, granting permissions to applications and training users
• Performs Server administration for Server Operating Systems
• Configures, maintains and troubleshoots network related interfaces on servers
• Performs OS and vendor software patching on servers
• Monitors Physical and Virtual Servers performance using monitoring tools
• Performs, maintains, troubleshoots and does analysis of alerts on Servers
• Creates scripts to automate repetitive processes
• Contributes and executes plans, designs, and implements necessary configurations to ensure compliance with back-up and disaster recovery policies, procedures for servers
• Executes and maintains Security Compliancy processes and policies
• Develops and maintains Server related standards, policies, and procedures
• Ensures architecture is reliable, flexible, integrated and anticipates future needs anticipates future hardware/software needs to meet future business based on customer requirements
• Reviews and analyzes performance metrics in order to optimize environment for efficiencies
• Identifies additional improvement and performance metrics
• Advocates continuous process improvement

Technologies include but not limited to:

• Microsoft Windows Server
• Microsoft Windows 10
• Active Directory
• RedHat Enterprise Linux
• Cisco/Juniper networking
• VMWare
• ESXi
• STIG Checklists
• STIG Compliance Checker Tool

NOTE: This position is on site in Bloomington, MN

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
USD $112,896.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran