Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
DMV
System Requirements
Computer Hardware
Regulatory Compliance
Encryption
Network
Software Security
Performance Management
Project Management
Security Clearance
Performance Monitoring
Help Desk
Capacity Management
SLA
IMAC
Change Management
Communication
Workflow
Corrective And Preventive Action
Root Cause Analysis
Vulnerability Management
Testing
Management
Vendor Relationships
Evaluation
Repair
Preventive Maintenance
SAS
Cyber Security
System Administration
Systems Analysis
Systems Analysis/design
Functional Requirements
Customer Satisfaction
Cloud Computing
Scripting
Fluency
Windows PowerShell
Firewall
Microsoft Windows
Active Directory
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
Group Policy
Computer Science
Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft Azure
Linux
SUSE Linux
Red Hat Linux
CentOS
SEIM
Backup Administration
NIST 800-53
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Apex
Oracle Application Express
Job Details
Job#: 2073271
Job Description:
Apex Systems has an opening available for a Sr. System Administrator with one of our clients that is a large technology solutions provider in the DMV area! This role serves as a "hands-on" server administrator who evaluates complex system requirements and then designs, implements and maintains the most efficient solutions. This role will develop and document technical standards, identify and evaluate new products, interface with vendors to purchase new hardware and software, and collaborate with other IT teams to provide guidance to resolve system and application issues. The Sr. System Administrator will be directly responsible for the installation, configuration, upgrade, patching, maintenance and monitoring of the SAS environment across the entire Enterprise, while ensuring compliance to various security and encryption protocols for U.S. national security. Key deliverables for success will be: ensuring 100% availability of the environment; implementing fault and performance management; enforcing corporate network, system and application security procedures. If you are interested in learning more, apply TODAY!
Hours/Shift: 9am-5pm
Duration: 12+ month contract, with potential to convert full-time
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Location: 3 days a week in Herndon, VA; 2 days remote
Responsibilities:
Must Haves:
Nice to haves:
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Apex Systems has an opening available for a Sr. System Administrator with one of our clients that is a large technology solutions provider in the DMV area! This role serves as a "hands-on" server administrator who evaluates complex system requirements and then designs, implements and maintains the most efficient solutions. This role will develop and document technical standards, identify and evaluate new products, interface with vendors to purchase new hardware and software, and collaborate with other IT teams to provide guidance to resolve system and application issues. The Sr. System Administrator will be directly responsible for the installation, configuration, upgrade, patching, maintenance and monitoring of the SAS environment across the entire Enterprise, while ensuring compliance to various security and encryption protocols for U.S. national security. Key deliverables for success will be: ensuring 100% availability of the environment; implementing fault and performance management; enforcing corporate network, system and application security procedures. If you are interested in learning more, apply TODAY!
Hours/Shift: 9am-5pm
Duration: 12+ month contract, with potential to convert full-time
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Location: 3 days a week in Herndon, VA; 2 days remote
Responsibilities:
- Create, implement and document the following processes for SAS Infrastructure: performance monitoring; problem troubleshooting / helpdesk response; utilization, availability and growth patterns (capacity planning); landscape design, configuration and standards; 24/7 support, escalation and SLA models; IMAC (installation, move, add, change) services for systems and applications; change management methodology and communication strategy
- Create and maintain server/application diagrams and workflows
- Perform/coordinate incident diagnosis, corrective action, and root cause analysis
- Vulnerability management and monthly system patching and maintenance
- Oversee the configuration, testing, installation, modification, and servicing of all server components and applications
- Independently organize work requests based on departmental priorities and system criticality
- Manage vendor relationships required for the evaluation, installation, modification, upgrade, repair and preventative maintenance of SAS Infrastructure components
- Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and consultant to other Infrastructure groups (Cloud Operations, Cyber Security, and Systems Administration).
- Plan, lead and perform comprehensive systems analysis and design activities including development of detailed functional requirements for new server infrastructure solutions
- Maintain responsibility for end-user (customer) satisfaction
Must Haves:
- 5+ years of experience in an IT enterprise System Admin role or Cloud Admin position
- 4+ years with PowerShell scripting for automation, extremely fluent in PowerShell and command lines
- Experience with Windows firewalls
- Expert level Microsoft Azure Administrator
- Expert level Windows admin skills (Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy)
Nice to haves:
- Bachelors in Computer Science
- Professional industry certifications in area of expertise, certification such as MCSE, MCITP, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ900), Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ104), Azure Certified Solutions Architect (AZ303/304)
- Linux experience with the following platforms: SUSE, RedHat or CentOS
- Experience with integration of SEIM tools, backups, and monitoring tools
- Knowledge of Best Practice and security guides (ex. NIST 800-53 rev 4)
- Experience with CMMC level 2
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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