Overview

System Administrator III

Hybrid | Richmond, VA | 3-4 Days a Week Onsite

US Citizenship Required - Must have a valid Drivers License

(1099 Contract Only: 04/15/2024 - 12/15/2024 // No Contract Extension Planned)

Summary

Our client is is a leading application Engineering Consulting firm in the Washington, D.C. metro region specializing in Management Services, Technology Solutions and Facilities Services. They partner with and assist Federal, State and local government agencies; private sector Energy Services Companies (ESCOs); and Commercial entities in the design and implementation of their various Engineering and Technology related projects. Additionally, they are able to leverage an engineering team with proven technology industry experience that resulted in multi-million-dollar contracts within federal government, state & local government clients!

Responsibilities

Our client is seeking a Systems Administrator III responsible for the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network and infrastructure equipment. This includes servers, storage devices, backup systems, network switches, routers, and other network appliances. The position involves working under general supervision.

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware including servers, storage devices, backups, routers, switches, and other network appliances
• Perform preventative hardware and software maintenance tasks
• Configure and maintain system-wide backup, storage, and recovery systems
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights
• Provide second-tier technical support for users experiencing problems with networking and other technologies
• Perform installation and racking of network gear and cabling
• Maintain Unified Communications, VoIP, and any related equipment, services, and platforms
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and bug fixes
• Monitor network and system performance, provide timely responses to system outages and escalate as necessary
• Identify and evaluate new hardware and software technologies to improve network performance and reliability
• Maintain current and accurate documentation and diagrams of existing and future network infrastructure
• Ensure that the network infrastructure adheres to information systems and security policies and directives
• Provide after-hours support for infrastructure-related emergencies as well as occasional weekend maintenance
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotations

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science or a related field and 2 years of experience in network and system administration; or
  • A combination of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in network technology or related field, possession of one or more IT certifications, and 3 years of experience in network and system administration; or
    • Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience troubleshooting challenging technical issues and identifying the scope of the issue to determine if escalation to next-tier support is necessary
• Knowledge of server operations, management, and backup/restore processes
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows server environments such as Active Directory and Group Policies
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi networks, network systems, network concepts and protocols, structured cabling, and facilities
• Knowledge of systems infrastructure requirements and standards based on ITIL
• Knowledge of best practices for structured cabling for racks and network cabinets
• Understanding of cloud computing, virtualization, and storage
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both technical and non-technical personnel
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors, and other departments

Preferred Requirements

• Possession of a CCNA, CompTIA, Microsoft, ITIL, or other related IT certification is preferred

Education/Certification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science or a related field and 2 years of experience in network and system administration; or
  • A combination of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in network technology or related field, possession of one or more IT certifications, and 3 years of experience in network and system administration; or
    • Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Drivers License Requirements

• Applicants selected must have an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. -------------- About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company. Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.