Systems Administration - Switch4 LLC

Position Description:

The position requires performing duties as a computer systems administrator, domain administrator, network engineer, and systems adviser within a digital forensic lab.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications:

Experience Required:

• Minimum of five years of experience working on comparable projects.
• Previous experience working on government projects is preferred.

Education and Experience Required:

• A four-year degree in computer information systems or a related field from an accredited institution, plus two years of computer administration experience in a large (1,000+ employee) workforce.
• Alternatively, a combination of education and experience with a minimum of two years of computer administration experience in a similar environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, interpret, and proofread comprehensive technical and administrative reports, documents, and manuals.
• Use system testing applications to identify and address performance, data integrity, communication, and functionality issues.
• Develop solutions to complex security, networking, systems, and user management issues.
• Analyze user needs and design appropriate system modifications and infrastructure to meet requirements.
• Provide expert-level management and configuration solutions for Cisco, Hewlett-Packard, and Mellanox hardware.
• Provide in-depth knowledge of network hardware and software management, architecture, design, and engineering.
• Maintain digital backups for the Storage Area Network (SAN) production server.
• Manage and upgrade domain and file servers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the SAN, including updates.
• Archive and restore case files from the tape library as needed.
• Set up new domain users and maintain Active Directory.
• Configure and set up forensic workstations and other hardware.
• Provide support for servers, SAN, lab network, and client workstations.
• Collaborate with various workgroups and agencies to address network issues and upgrades.
• Track software, dongle, and user license expirations and updates.
• Install and configure hardware and software to meet organizational standards.
• Maintain antivirus software updates.
• Collaborate with Certified Forensic Computer Examiners (CFCE) to resolve hardware issues, assist with hardware/software remediation, and help with purchasing hardware.
• Plan and manage highly technical projects related to networks, information security, and cloud environments.
• Design and implement complex network architecture and systems.
• Complete detailed documentation, including network mapping and system configurations.
• Work independently to achieve lab objectives.

Additional Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to testify in legal proceedings regarding the integrity of servers and data.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends depending on the lab's needs.
• Ability to work onsite in the Phoenix area; remote work is not authorized.

Working Conditions:

• This is an onsite role with flexible scheduling requirements, including evenings and weekends when necessary.