Systems Administrator - Operations 24x7 Support Technician (Day Shift) | TS/SCI - Blackspoke

Springfield, VA

About the Job

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. Be part of an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the nation's most critical intelligence organizations. Your work directly impacts national security and global issues, you will have the chance to contribute to missions that are of paramount importance to the United States and its allies, know that that the environments and programs you support are making a difference on a global scale. Our customers operate at the forefront of technology, dealing with some of the most advanced defense, geospatial, and intelligence systems in the world.

What you will be working on (Job Description)

Transform technology into opportunity as a Sr Systems Administrator (Ops 24x7) with Blackspoke. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At Blackspoke, you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

Our work depends on a TS/SCI-cleared Sr Systems Administrator (Ops 24x7) joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

In this role, a typical day will include:

Shift Hours: Sundays-Wednesdays (alternating), 5:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
Manage the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems.
Monitor data center operations, including virtual infrastructure, local area networking, storage solutions, databases, and more across multiple sites.
Identify, analyze, triage, and resolve system alerts indicating issues with data center components.
Conduct hands-on administration of virtual machines and devices using vCenter, remote desktop protocols, and other virtualized management interfaces.
Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with virtualization environments, including Windows and Linux operating systems.
Provide systems diagnostics, availability monitoring, and escalation services for incidents.
Record and track configuration changes through Configuration Change Control Boards.
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operational reporting protocols to communicate system and network health.
Interact with vendors to coordinate hardware maintenance and replacements for high-criticality systems.
Provide first-response technical support for all technical engineering lanes within the data center.

What you will bring to us (Required Skills)

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, certifications, or work experience.
5-8 years of directly related systems administration experience, preferably with Windows and Linux operating systems.
Technical expertise in virtualization administration (e.g., VMware).
5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Data Center Operations, Network Operations Center (NOC) Operations, Enterprise-Level Network Monitoring, or Virtual Infrastructure Monitoring.
Strong understanding of Operations and Sustainment support for virtualization environments.
Security+ certification (minimum) to meet DoD 8140 compliance requirements.

Would be nice if you bring the following (Highly Desired)

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What you will get

Competitive compensation package.
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Location: Springfield, VA
US Citizenship Required with Active Security Clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans or veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance applying outside of the online application, please contact recruiting@blackspoke.com for more information.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify

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Source : Blackspoke