Sr Systems Administrator

Description of Task to be Performed:

AnaVation is seeking a Sr Systems Administrator to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA.

As a Sr Systems Administrator you will:

• Plan, design, and implement infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
• Manage and troubleshoot multiple VMware environments.
• Provide Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Create STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
• Create, test, and deploy software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.
• Provide expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior System Administrator personnel.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
• Utilize scripting to automate common tasks.
• Perform hardware maintenance/repair activities.
• Ensure proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
• Provide advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area
• Certifications: Current active CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent IAT Level II
• Required Experience and knowledge on:
• Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
• Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures.
• Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.

• Satellite server administration.

• Ansible playbook writing.

• Implementing STIGs.

• Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment.