Systems Administrator at Cole Engineering Services Inc

University, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Networking, Kubernetes, Linux, User Management, Help Desk Support, Security Compliance, Virtual Machine Administration, Container-Based Infrastructure, Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Storage Systems, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Configuration Management, Version Control

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Company Overview By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider. Position Overview CESI is seeking motivated technical candidates to support the management of an IT lab environment in support of the US Department of Defense. The candidate will provide critical management of this system. An IT background is critical with core skill sets in networking and Kubernetes. Tasks will include updating the platform in both software and security updates, ensuring security compliance and User management. In depth knowledge of all of these is not required, but the ability to learn and perform tasking independently is. Responsibilities The candidate will ensure that authorized users have system accounts and the ability to access the appropriate system resources, specifically utilizing Red Hat IdM and Keycloack SSO products. Manage an operating system and core application environment based on Kubernetes. Provides help desk support to internal and external users. Candidate must have an ability to rapidly triage user issues and resolve issues directly or when necessary, seek the appropriate engineering support to come to a resolution. Required Experience/Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as information technology, computer science, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university. Minimum 2+ years applicable systems administrator experience solving complex technical challenges. IAT Level II or greater. Security+ or other equivalent certification. Demonstrated experience with the administration of software systems within virtual machine and container-based cloud infrastructure. Competence with Kubernetes, containers, networking and Linux technologies. Environment is primarily built with Linux, Kubernetes and opensource software products. Familiarity with computing hardware infrastructure tasks, such as iDRAC patches, troubleshooting servers, UPS maintenance, etc. Basic familiarity with managing physical networking hardware and understanding network protocols (e.g. login and configuration of network switches). Experience managing and troubleshooting networked storage systems. Analyzes real world problems and implements solutions according to corporate guidelines and procedures, and industry best practices. Provides professional-level IT, virtual environment, and network support functions. Must be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment and able to work with/manage a range of engineers holding a diverse set of skills at differing levels of experience. Be sensitive and flexible to the needs and requirements of the customer. Strong oral and written communication skills are a must due to the high-level of user interaction. Ability to function effectively within a team environment. Preferred Experience/Qualifications Ability to configuration manage, version control, and backup various scripts and work products created to execute and maintain the environment. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Interact with vendors/users/customers and developers to understand needs and operational requirements changes that will impact development and testing activities, examine any relevant change implementation, then report the changes to developers and testers welcoming feedback for future improvements. Ability to solve technical problems involving a variety of integrated software and hardware platforms. Special Requirements/Security Clearance Please note that pursuant to a Government contract, this specific position requires U. S. Citizenship status and a TS/SCI security clearance and ability to successfully pass a CI polygraph if requested by customer. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job. Benefits Overview CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Wellness Program 401(k) Matching Disability (Short Term & Long Term) Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Education & Training Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty) CESI is committed to principles of inclusion and equal employment opportunity. We foster a non-discriminatory, professional work environment for all our teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

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Responsibilities

The candidate will manage an IT lab environment, ensuring authorized users have access to system resources and providing help desk support. They will also be responsible for updating software and security compliance.