Senior Systems Administrator Job in Dranesville, Virginia Us
SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Job Description:
SphereCom is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to administer, maintain, implement, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows servers and workstations and SQL database applications supporting a mission essential military communications system. Specific responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the installation, configuration, and upgrade of operating systems and other software applications
- Performing system backups
- Monitoring the status and performance of servers and communications equipment
- Migrating equipment from laboratory to production environment
- Performing database cutovers
- Evaluating and testing software application patches
- Running anti-virus and other diagnostic software to identify potential security vulnerabilities
- Configuring operating systems and software applications to resolve security vulnerabilities
- Ensuring that all equipment is maintained in accordance with customer requirements
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess good communications and interpersonal skills and the ability to problem-solve. Positions requires a minium of five (5) years experience in supporting Windows networked environments, including:
- Windows servers
- Windows workstations
- Windows Active Directory domains
- SQL database operations and backups
- Windows XP, Microsoft Office
POSITION REQUIRES A CURRENT NATIONAL SECURITY CLEARANCE
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in operating and troubleshooting Cisco routers and firewalls
- Experience with McAfee Orchestrator and/or Host Based Security Suite
- Security+, Network+, or other industry certifications
An Equal Opportunity Employer
December 19, 2009
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