Systems Administrator II at TEKsystems

Description:

Our client is seeking a Systems Administrator II for our government customer in Bloomington, IN

• Work independently to provide quality solutions

• This position will include supporting system integration, troubleshooting, patching, configuration management, conducting thorough testing, STIG implementation, and maintaining hardware/software

• The ideal candidate will have expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining systems in physical environments, with a focus on optimizing performance and security

Position Responsibilities

• Software Integration: Collaborate with team to ensure compatibility

• Perform system and application upgrades and updates to ensure optimal performance. Analyze, plan, and integrate new software into existing systems

• Updating Software: Regularly update operating systems, server software, and application software

• Manage and implement patches, fixes, and security updates. Maintain version control and documentation of all updates

• System Builds: Plan, design, and build new system environments

• Configure and customize software components as required

• Testing System Builds: Conduct comprehensive testing of system builds to ensure functionality, security, and compatibility

• Perform system validation, including performance benchmarks, stress test, and load tests

• System Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor system performance, ensuring optimal uptime and responsiveness

• Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues related to hardware and software

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of system configuration, changes, and maintenance activities

• Create and update technical documentation and user guides

• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional team

• Provide technical support and guidance to team members

Skills:

Server Management, virtual infrastructure, containerization, troubleshooting, Windows, System administrator, Vmware, Windows administration, Windows server, Linux, Powershell

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience in systems administration, with focus on software integration and system builds

• Proficiency with Windows, and Linux operating systems

• Experience with visualization technologies (VMWare)

• Strong understanding of network configurations, protocols, and security best practices

• Knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash)

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills

• Must have active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one

Education and/or Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• Must have or be able to obtain a CompTIA Security Plus certification prior to start date

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.  If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role

may include the following:  

§  Medical, dental & vision  

§  Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  

§  401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available  

§  Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  

§  Short and long-term disability  

§  Health Spending Account (HSA)  

§  Transportation benefits  

§  Employee Assistance Program  

§  Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)  

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.