Windows System Administrator - 1671

Overview
Position: Windows System Administrator
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Salary Range: $63,000 - $73,000 per year
Clearance: Active Q Clearance
KeyLogic is seeking a Windows System Administrator to support primarily Windows desktops & servers within our customer's organization. There will be some Linux support required, along with some classified desktop support.
The ideal candidate will have a background in Linux and Windows system administration. The selected candidate will work on an IT team supporting Linux and Windows desktops and servers for a large organization within the classified lab space. This position may require occasional travel (average of once a year).
This position is 100% onsite and requires and active DOE Q or DOD Top Secret Clearance.
Responsibilities:
Windows Desktop & Server System Administration including:

• End-User Application Support
• System Setup
• Active Directory Support
• Account Management
• File services
• Network Configuration
• Application Hosting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an IT Related field.
• In lieu of degree, 6 years of relevant experience is acceptable.
• U.S. Citizenship is required per contract.
• Must have an active U.S Department of Energy Q security clearance or DoD Top Secret security clearance with reciprocity.
• Experience with Data Storage Systems and associated technologies: SAN, NAS, RAID, LUNs, Snapshots, Replication, etc.
• Familiarity with Firewall technology & management of private LANs/networks
• Familiarity with network protocols and network management technologies
• Skill utilizing software diagnostic tools and the ability to conduct appropriate troubleshooting processes and conduct appropriate upgrades.
• Ability to understand the application and utilization of software packages, maintain accurate records.
• Ability to research, assemble, and evaluate information or data regarding industry practices or applicable regulatory changes and recommend sound, practical solutions to complex issues
• Ability to define systems requirements based on user/client needs, cost, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms.
• Ability to define technical standards and functionality tests, and to develop specifications, prototypes, or initial user guides.
• Computer and network troubleshooting
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with customers, vendors, & IT professionals

Desired:

• Familiarity with Linux
• Familiarity with network protocols and network management technologies
• Prior working experience with Windows based infrastructure
• Automation platforms such as Ansible, VmWare, Python
• Experience leading and implementing large technical solutions.
• RHCE/CCNA
• Experience in Bash, PowerShell, or other scripting language for automating System Admin tasks or troubleshooting existing processes.
• Experience with container technology, such as Kubernetes, RKE, Docker, etc.
• Virtualization, servers, storage, and networking equipment experience