Data Systems Analysts has an opening for a Sr. Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will work in the Global Enterprise Operations Center (GEOC). The GEOC provides first contact resolution for all SITE Enterprise Operations Tier 2/3 issues and remote SITE Customer Engagement issues not requiring touch maintenance while reporting resolution actions and operational impacts to the customers mission. Additionally, the GEOC performs 24x7x365 System Event Monitoring for Enterprise Applications, Systems, and Core Services to provide proactive management of these systems and ensure the highest possible availability.

Services performed from the GEOC include, but are not limited to, administration of Active Directory, Windows 2003/2008 server, Exchange 2010, Symantec Enterprise Vault, Quest, Print services, SQL, VM, SharePoint, HPSA OpsWare, Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM), Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and other IT services including UNIX, NetApp and Oracle administration.

Candidate should be mission focused, have sound problem/troubleshooting skills and the ability to think critically through problems. Candidate should have a process oriented solutions focus, excellent communication skills required both verbal and written and the ability to stretch technically and personally.

Work Schedule is a rotating 12 hour shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Position may require travel CONUS approximately 10% (if needed).

Clearance Level: TS/SCI is MANDATORY.

This position is for a person who requires little, if any, direct supervision and is able to perform on their own. This position is for a highly motivated individual who, as the position and project grows and increases, may assume a Team Leadership role.

Job Requirements

Performs all duties as a Sr. Systems Engineer by maintaining a smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators. Duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocate mass storage space. Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery. Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources. Develop and maintain operational support procedures for the environment. Provide installation and maintenance of the Microsoft SCCM application in complex environments. Deploy OS and application updates, including 3rd party, via SCCM and SCUP. Utilize tools for remote management and support of SCCM client computers. Establish and maintain system configurations for the SCCM environment for clients.

Must be an action oriented, self*]starter who enjoys working in a fast*]paced team environment. Seeking individuals who want opportunities to broaden their technical skills while working in a high ops tempo environment.

Proficient in one or more of the following: Active Directory services, Windows 2003/2008 server, Exchange 2010, Symantec Enterprise Vault, Quest, Print services, SQL, VM, SharePoint, HPSA OpsWare, and other IT services including UNIX, NetApp and Oracle administration.

Desired Education and Training

11+ Years with HS, OR 7+ Years with AA, OR 5+ Years with BS, OR 2+ Years with MS

At least 4 years experience in Systems Administration in MS Windows Server and client OS, specifically the registry, dlls, and other application-specific technologies.

Minimum 3 years experience with software packaging and deployment tools.

Desired Certifications

Certifications in accordance with DOD 8570.01*]M.

SCCM certification required.

Security+, ITIL Foundation v3

Certification in Network +

Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. is an established Information Technology consulting firm with expertise in knowledge management, network engineering, information security and program management serving the Federal Government and Department of Defense since 1963. DSA offers a competitive salary and an impressive full benefits package that includes employee medical and dental, 401k, company paid life and short/long term disability insurance and paid leave along with an environment that supports professional development and growth.