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Senior Systems Administrator – Thousand Oaks, Camarillo or El Segundo, CA (Hybrid) – US Citizen Required Direct Hire/ Full Time Employee
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This position requires US Citizenship.
TITLE: Senior Systems Administrator
LOCATION: Thousand Oaks, Camarillo or El Segundo, CA
HYBRID – 2-3 days a week onsite. 100% onsite for 3 months during onboarding phase
DURATION: Direct Hire
SALARY: $93,500.00 – $156,200.00 (DOE)
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
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- Bachelor’s degree in computer science / related field or relevant work experience.
- 5-10 years of system administrative experience
- Keen operating system knowledge; Windows and Unix
- Security+, CISSP, or SANS GIAC Certification
Other Qualifications:
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- Current Active Top Secret (TS) US Government Clearance (US Citizenship Required)
- Ability to travel to other sites across the US as needed.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our client provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Senior Systems Administrator will assist in the design, implementation and operation / maintenance of the site’s server, network, and client infrastructure.
This may include: server hardware and software, storage hardware and software, the infrastructure related components of database management, network design, implementation and maintenance, and desktop hardware and software; network, messaging & email accounts, and other directory services (e.g. Active Directory) based account provisioning. The position will also provide support to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for such activities related to the continued operation, security monitoring, system accreditation, and ongoing security maintenance operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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- IT Infrastructure Policy, Process and Standards – The position will be responsible for implementing and maintaining solutions consistent with IT infrastructure policy, processes and associated standards. This includes asset management, account provisioning, data storage, information assurance, security and license compliance from both a hardware and software perspective.
- Server – The position will be responsible for supporting the server environment. This will include security, administration and project and client needs. Technologies like virtualization are supported by this position. Installs new software releases and system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches, and resolves software related problems.
- Storage – The position will be responsible for supporting enterprise data storage. This will include maintenance, security, and administration. Experienced with operating systems and Storage Area Networks (SAN) and backup solutions. Performs system backups and recovery.
- Database – The position will be responsible for supporting database infrastructure and administration. This includes maintenance, security, and administration. It does not include application-level activities associated with the database.
- LAN – The position will be responsible for the Local Area Networks and associated equipment (e.g. routers, switches, and cabling) and technologies (local wireless, extranet’s, dmz’s, etc…) at each of the assigned Teledyne’s facilities. This includes security, administration (configuration and setup), project and client needs.
- WAN – The position will be responsible for the Wide Area Networks and associated equipment (e.g. routers and switches) and technologies (e.g. MPLS remote access, etc.). This will include security, administration (configuration and setup), project and client needs.
- Security – The position will be responsible for working with the IT Security Team on network security matters to ensure corporate assets and information are protected from external threats. This position will also work closely with our Government Security team to ensure adequate administrative support in the classified arena. Specific areas will consist of; system security monitoring, updating and patching to current levels, system audits and reviews, and security investigations as needed.
- E-Mail Environment – The position will be responsible for aiding in the administration and maintenance of the organization’s email / messaging system(s). Works with the development, implementation, and optimization of messaging systems. Monitors server performance and mail routing. Creates user accounts and maintains security levels on databases. Provides second-level support and troubleshoots complex issues. Monitors existing messaging infrastructure and server usage, ensuring proper working order. Document internal policies or develop training for end-users.
- Directory Services – The position will be responsible for assisting in the management of the enterprise directory services (primarily Microsoft Active Directory). This will include the maintenance, security, and administration.
- Desktop Environment – The position will be responsible for the client desktop. This includes maintenance, security, and administration. The position will be responsible for hardware and operating system software on the desktop, the standard desktop image, the desktop build process and how new software is evaluated and installed. Improves desktop hardware and software processes and supports critical business strategies by managing the development, installation, vendor selection, maintenance and repair of desktop equipment.
- Lifecycle Refresh – The position will help plan and execute the lifecycle refresh plan for assigned Teledyne locations.
- General Support – The position will have support responsibilities specific to the server infrastructure problems level 1 and 2 support cannot address. Support will require troubleshooting malfunctions of hardware and software applications, and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services. The position will have support responsibilities specific to the network / infrastructure problems. Support will require troubleshooting malfunctions of network hardware and software applications, and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services. The position will have support responsibilities specific to complex client infrastructure problems. Support will require troubleshooting malfunctions of hardware and software applications, and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services.
- Unix Support – Provide support to the engineering and test departments and the Unix/Linux environment they operate. Responsible for overall system administration, maintenance, and user/storage administration.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following qualifications:
Language Skills
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- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication abilities with all levels of management, employees, and customers
Mathematical Skills
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- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Reasoning Ability
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- Lead and perform assignments that are complex in nature
- Develop solutions to a variety of complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation
- Perform work without appreciable management direction. Exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision.
- Able to handle complex problems and determine approach
- Able to organize and coordinate projects and team activities
- Vendor/contract management skills
Computer Skills
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- Windows Server O/S, MS Clustering, SharePoint/MS Project Server, etc…
- Server Infrastructure Technologies (DNS, DHCP, Active Directory)
- Virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware, Microsoft Virtual Server, etc.) and associated concepts.
- AntiVirus software and strategies
- Dell and HP server troubleshooting and repair
- Storage concepts and technologies – NetApp, HP, etc…
- Remote Management Methodologies, Microsoft System Center & Operations Manager, and configuration management and monitoring system concepts (e.g., WMI, SNMP, etc.)
- Server backup strategies, methodologies, and solutions like Netbackup, Backup Exec, and CommVault etc.
- Citrix Xen App and Xen Desktop
- Database Administration Strategies and Practices
- Some ability with scripting
- Thorough understanding of Internet technologies (DNS, Security, IP Routing, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.)
- Thorough understanding of Local and Wide Area Networking
- CCNP Certification
- Hands on experience with the following Products / Technologies:
- Cisco Catalyst series switches
- Cisco Nexus range of physical switches (5 K, 7 K) etc…
- Cisco routers
- Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Access Points
- Cisco IOS Software
- Cisco ASA (Adaptive Security Appliances)
- Cisco ASR (Series Aggregation Services Routers)
- Network Management Systems (HPOV, NNM, Solar Winds ORION etc.)
- LAN/WAN links (Serial, SONET, Ethernet, MetroEthernet)
- Routing Protocols – OSPF, EIGRP, BGP
- Switching – L2 and L3 LAN switching technologies, VLANs, IEEE802.1Q Trunking, EtherChannel
- MPLS, MPLS/VPN, MP-BGP
- TCP/IP protocol suite
- Application protocols – HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSL etc.
- Network Security – IPSec VPN, AAA Architecture, TACACS+, RADIUS
- Wireless Networking Technologies, Wireless LAN security
- DHCP and DNS Architecture
- Network Firewalls – NAT, PAT
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Exchange Server and Messaging Platforms – High Availability Models
- Network Operating System Supporting Technologies (DNS, DHCP, etc…)
- Desktop Operating Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.)
- Familiarity with desktop applications
- Client side virtualization technologies and associated concepts
- End-Point Anti-Virus software and strategies
- Support ticketing systems, change control methodologies and their importance to ITIL best practices
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- IT security concepts and best practices
- Unix/Linux Capabilities
Action: Please complete the Application & Job-related questions below to help us provide complete information to the client with your resume.
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STANDARD APPLICATION QUESTIONS (Please answer all questions)
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- Where do you live and your desired geographical location:
- Why are you looking for a new job:
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ADDITIONAL JOB SPECIFIC APPLICATION QUESTIONS:
Please provide your total # of years of experience (per bullet/colon) and most recent/last year used below when applying. This gives the client a clear picture.
Elaborate if needed. If no experience, please indicate NA or none.
Based on the job responsibilities above, in addition to the total # of years of experience and last year used, please elaborate on your qualifications (and where you lack):
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- Title as a Sr. Systems Administrator:
- Windows Server O/S, MS Clustering, SharePoint/MS Project Server, etc…:
- Server Infrastructure Technologies (DNS, DHCP, Active Directory):
- Virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware, Microsoft Virtual Server, etc.) and associated concepts:
- AntiVirus software and strategies:
- Dell and HP server troubleshooting and repair:
- Storage concepts and technologies – NetApp, HP, etc…:
- Remote Management Methodologies, Microsoft System Center & Operations Manager, and configuration management and monitoring system concepts (e.g., WMI, SNMP, etc.):
- Server backup strategies, methodologies, and solutions like Netbackup, Backup Exec, and CommVault etc.:
- Citrix Xen App and Xen Desktop:
- Database Administration Strategies and Practices:
- Scripting:
- Internet technologies (DNS, Security, IP Routing, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.):
- LAN/WAN:
- Hands on experience with the following Products / Technologies:
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- Cisco Catalyst series switches:
- Cisco Nexus range of physical switches (5 K, 7 K) etc…:
- Cisco routers:
- Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Access Points:
- Cisco IOS Software:
- Cisco ASA (Adaptive Security Appliances):
- Cisco ASR (Series Aggregation Services Routers)
- Network Management Systems (HPOV, NNM, Solar Winds ORION etc.):
- LAN/WAN links (Serial, SONET, Ethernet, MetroEthernet)
- Routing Protocols – OSPF, EIGRP, BGP:
- Switching – L2 and L3 LAN switching technologies, VLANs, IEEE802.1Q Trunking, EtherChannel:
- MPLS, MPLS/VPN, MP-BGP:
- TCP/IP protocol suite:
- Application protocols – HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSL etc.:
- Network Security – IPSec VPN, AAA Architecture, TACACS+, RADIUS:
- Wireless Networking Technologies, Wireless LAN security:
- DHCP and DNS Architecture:
- Network Firewalls – NAT, PAT:
- Microsoft Active Directory:
- Microsoft Exchange Server and Messaging Platforms – High Availability Models:
- Network Operating System Supporting Technologies (DNS, DHCP, etc…):
- Desktop Operating Systems:
- Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.):
- Familiarity with desktop applications:
- Client-side virtualization technologies and associated concepts:
- End-Point Anti-Virus software and strategies:
- Support ticketing systems, change control methodologies and their importance to ITIL best practices:
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16. IT security concepts and best practices:
17. Unix/Linux Capabilities:
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