Systems Administrator

Abacus Technology is seeking a System Administrator to provide technical support for the 14^th Flying Training Wing at Columbus AFB. This is a full-time position.

Provide administration and maintenance for all systems (i.e., servers, databases, applications) hosted in 14 CS datacenter and its designated backup site.
• Provide access, touch maintenance and monthly training to local system owners and client system administrators.
• Develop, perform, and document emergency shutdown, communications minimize actions, start-up and recovery operations during times of network instability, or as directed by COR.
• Test, evaluate, and optimize new SDC releases prior to base-wide implementation.
• Maintain Tier II responsibilities for SDC-based systems utilizing Columbus and DoDIN networks.
• Actively monitor systems and supporting devices with AF provided tools, open trouble tickets for any observed issues and notify 14 CS/CFP via the COR of impact.
• Develop network scripts, such as PowerShell, for system administrators to perform bulk trouble ticket fixes for common software requests, or as requested.
• Provide administration and maintenance on base file and storage server in accordance with 14 CS/SCOK file structure guidance and ensuring the confidentiality, 24/7 availability, and integrity of data.
• Install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware and a variety of operating systems (i.e., Windows, IIS, Oracle), various virtualized environment components (i.e., vSphere, vCenter) and virtual platforms (i.e., VMWare, Microsoft) optimized to support base operations.

3+ years experience in systems and server administration. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Must be Security+ certified. Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining servers with thorough knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft Windows 2012/2016 operating systems, SCOM, WSUS, SCCM, and Exchange. Experience with VMWare ESX, vSphere, and vCenter a plus. Experience with Active Directory and GPO. Able to assess server infrastructure and configuration and identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions. Able to provide technical guidance to junior staff. Experience with security as it pertains to server infrastructure, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS). Experience with DoD IT environment and networks desired. Must have good communication skills and an ability to conceptualize server infrastructures and configurations. Able to work independently or as part of a team and interact professionally within all levels of an organization. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled