Systems Engineer

Clearance: Top Secret
The System Engineer will configure and manage Windows and Linux operating systems, install/load software, troubleshoot issues, maintain integrity, and configure network components to improve reliability and performance.
Qualifications:

• Top Secret Clearance
• US Citizen
• 7+ years relevant experience in IT Operations environment
• 3+ years of experience building and administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers
• 1+ years of experience demonstrated professional expertise managing and operating Windows Server (2012, 2016)
• 1+ years of VMware ESXi/vSphere/ vCenter experience.
• An in-depth knowledge of RHEL, Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Environments (Windows 10, Windows Server 2012/2106).
• Thorough understanding of the desktop and server image build process.
• Experience with Azure, Windows and Linux operating systems and concepts.
• Experience with Compliance Management through Group Policy, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange.
• Working knowledge of system hardening (STIGs, SRGs, regulatory compliance)
• Advanced understanding of IP networking.
• Thorough knowledge of Switches, Routers, and Firewalls.
• Experience with troubleshooting, proactively identifying issues and driving them to resolution.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) as well as the ability to interact with team members, various levels of management, and internal clients with assorted levels of computer experience.
• Committed to results and success in accomplishing goals.
• A fast learner with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn technology and understand unique system requirements.
• Ability to work after hours and weekends when required.
• Experience with Security Compliance and Nessus Security Center scan reports.
• Experience with Monthly patching cycles. SCCM/LAN Desk experience preferred

• Provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of Windows and Linux servers.
• Plan, implement, and maintain systems configuration in accordance with configuration management procedures.
• Conduct installations of operating system and supporting software.
• Support end user applications and assist application support teams in implementation and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform routine software and hardware maintenance, firmware upgrades, patches, and fixes.
• Perform daily backup operations.
• Prepare technical specifications documentation.
• Contribute to cybersecurity with vulnerability management and remediation, STIG implementation, and incident response.
• Recommend technical standards and policies.
• Coordinate with vendors to troubleshoot, maintain, and implement hardware and software.
• Analyze and improve system performance and reliability.
• Conduct systems inventory and update asset management documentation.
• Document and update systems architecture drawings and server rack elevations using Microsoft Visio.
• Provide technical assistance, training, and system documentation for users to promote efficient operation of applications.
• Conduct risk assessments, account audits, access rights audits and activity audits.
• Develop disaster recovery procedures including implementation of warm site and testing of tier one applications failover