Senior Systems Administrator

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support physical and virtual Windows Server environments (Windows Server 2019, with progression to 2022).
• Engineer, administer, and support Nutanix hosts and virtual infrastructure.
• Manage and support Microsoft cloud environments, including M365 GCC High and Azure (FedRAMP High).
• Administer Windows infrastructure technologies such as Active Directory/Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and identity services across multiple on-premises and cloud domains.
• Design, develop, manage, troubleshoot, document, secure, and implement hardware, operating systems, and application services for Windows-based platforms.
• Improve operational efficiency through automation using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to design and refine data center architecture and strategic technology plans.
• Manage and maintain NAS, SAN, and virtualized storage systems.
• Provide technical support and administration for storage, backup, and enterprise monitoring solutions.
• Maintain all systems and services across multiple domains, including isolated and non-isolated networks.
• Work closely with management and stakeholders to define requirements, identify issues, and deliver technical solutions aligned with business goals.
• Serve as site lead and primary point of contact for assigned responsibilities, including emergency response and escalations.
  
  

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in IT infrastructure operations.
• Strong experience troubleshooting Windows operating systems, virtual infrastructure, and storage technologies.
• Experience supporting M365 GCC High environments.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Azure FedRAMP High environments.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server 2019 and 2022.
• Knowledge of storage technologies, backup solutions, and tape hardware architecture.
• Experience developing documentation, user guidance, and technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and support remote operations.
• Experience working within a ticketing system such as Jira Service Management.
• Experience with STIG implementation and a strong security-focused mindset.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals.
• PowerShell scripting proficiency.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required.
• Ability to travel between Clarksburg and Abingdon locations.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, with or without assistance.
• Ability to comply with company policies, guidelines, and core values.Preferred Qualifications (not required)
• Experience with project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. Thales is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer.
  
  

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