System Administrator
DataStaff, Inc. is in need of a System Administrator for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Stafford, VA.
*This position is hybrid, 3 days per week will be onsite
Responsibilities:
- Installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of network and infrastructure equipment including servers, storage devices, backup systems, network switches, routers, and other network appliances.
- Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot network hardware including servers, storage devices, backups, routers, switches, and other network appliances;
- Perform preventative hardware and software maintenance tasks;
- Configure and maintain system-wide backup, storage and recovery systems;
- Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights;
- Provide second-tier technical support for users experiencing problems with networking and other technologies;
- Perform installation and racking of network gear and cabling;
- Maintain Unified Communications, VoIP, and any related equipment, services, and platforms;
- Perform system upgrades, patching, and bug fixes;
- Monitor network and system performance, provide timely responses to system outages and escalate as necessary;
- Identify and evaluate new hardware and software technologies to improve network performance and reliability;
- Maintain current and accurate documentation and diagrams of existing and future network infrastructure;
- Ensure that the network infrastructure adheres to information systems and security policies and directives;
- Provide after-hours support for infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend maintenance;
- Participate in 24×7 on call rotations;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors, and other departments;
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science or a related field and 2 years of experience in network and system administration; or
- A combination of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in network technology or related field, possession of one or more IT certifications, and 3 years of experience in network and system administration; or
- Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Possession of a CCNA, CompTIA, Microsoft, ITIL or other related IT certification is desired.
Required Skills:
- 5 Years – Experience troubleshooting challenging technical issues and identifying scope of issue to determine if escalation to next-tier support is necessary
- 5 Years – Knowledge of server operations, management, and backup/restore processes
- 5 Years – Familiarity with Microsoft Window server environments such as Active Directory and Group Policies
- 5 Years – Knowledge of LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi networks, network systems, network concepts and protocols, structured cabling and facilities
- 5 Years – Knowledge of systems infrastructure requirements and standards based on ITIL
- 5 Years – Knowledge of best practices for structured cabling for racks and network cabinets
- 5 Years – Understanding of cloud computing, virtualization, and storage
Desired Skill:
- 5 Years – Possession of a CCNA, CompTIA, Microsoft, ITIL or other related IT certification is desired.
This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.