Secret Cleared Systems Administrator opporutnity in Lexington, MA!
Location: 100% onsite in Lexington, MA
Length: 3+ year contract
Clearance: Active Secret Secrutiy Clearance or above is required
Our Client is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to expand and maintain a heterogeneous network of Linux, Windows, OS X, VMware ESX platforms and computer-driven test equipment in support of research into cyber-physical systems research.
Candidates will need to be able to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment. They must also possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and be able to establish themselves as a critical player within a team.
The position is responsible for scoping, planning/designing, delivering and maintaining systems based on needs/requirements of the group. The Systems Administrator will play an active role in the Groups IT infrastructure on the enterprise network within the organization. Attention to detail and completeness of work (e.g., documentation) will be expected. This person will also be called on for consultation and support of different group projects, often with interesting and challenging computing constraints.
Responsibilities will include providing technical support to users, which cover general desktop support to advanced system configuration. Additional responsibilities include: provisioning new research systems, updating system configurations, solving user problems with application compatibility, installation, operating system upgrades and in general maintain a very heterogeneous computing environment. The ideal candidate should be experienced in a variety of OS's, including a strong Linux background.
Required skills:
Bachelors Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in Linux and Windows system administration
Experience in designing, building, and supporting virtualized environments, VMware preferred
Comfortable troubleshooting servers and storage of various platforms
Solid understanding of networking (e.g. switching, routing, and firewalls) and networking services/protocols (e.g. DNS, DHCP, HTTP etc)
Experience in VMware vSphere 5.0 - 6.5
Design software and hardware requirements that meet program specifications
Plan expected computer upgrades and new infrastructure hardware procurement
Troubleshoot software and hardware issues in dynamic environments
Experience with server room equipment installation and cabling
Understand and operate within established internal IT policies as appropriate
Strong Interpersonal Skills Are Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Preferred Skills
Broad System Administrator experience in diverse OS/network environments (Windows, Linux, Macintosh) (5+ years)
Experience with Linux system configuration and patch management tools
Experience with integrating Linux within an enterprise environment
Experience with enterprise storage systems (iSCSI/NFS, EqualLogic/NetApp, VSAN,etc)
Experience with the procurement of hardware and software, including writing requirements, deriving specifications, purchasing, delivery, and installation
Experience implementing security measures/best practices
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