GridIron IT is seeking a Systems Engineer local to Ft. Meade, MD. Active Secret or Top Secret required to start! PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Perform initial discovery efforts, defining data collection requirements based on inputs needed to develop a successful migration plan
•Utilize advanced data analysis techniques and benchmarks to define the future state migration plan, and the pre-migration activities necessary to close gaps
•Forecast backend infrastructure needs resulting from the migration of over 20 agencies into a single architecture
•Design solutions, integrate, configure, test and deploy numerous types storage and data protection technologies from EMC, NetApp, Nutanix, and others.
•Optimize end-to-end system performance and migration workflows. •Conduct data captures to obtain computing performance and system configuration information. •Define migration plans that accelerate execution and minimize impact to the user community. •Establish migration plans for complex n-tier applications and services. •Gather needed data to forecast long-term capacity and performance requirements. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
•Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience; additional years of directly applicable experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
•Proficiency with enterprise-class storage and data protection technologies such as: storage and backup arrays, SAN switches, backup software, and storage replication technology.
•DoD IAT Level II (Security ) certification or equivalent is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Consulting firm experience
• Strong knowledge of networking, servers, cyber, and data center facilities
• Cloud Migration
• Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
• Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
• Microsoft Intune – Endpoint Management & Software Distribution
• Microsoft 356 Administration
• Microsoft Power BI
• Active Directory Administration
• Enterprise level migration experience
• Operating system rollout
• Developing engineering and implementation plans Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) company specializing in IT Infrastructure, Cyber & Cloud Security, Software Development, and Enterprise Support. Gridiron is an Inc. 5000 2022 recipient and Washington Business Journal Fastest Growing Companies in the Greater Washington Area for 2022. Gridiron offers a competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability insurance, and pet insurance.