[Hiring] Senior Systems Administrator @ESM

Role Description

Ensures the stable operation of DLA's computer software systems and network infrastructure by planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing network software and communication links.

• Analyzes and resolves end-user software and connectivity issues while providing technical support and user training.
• Recommends technology solutions and strategic direction to align IT capabilities with organizational objectives.
• Provides both local and remote maintenance support for operational systems deployed across multiple locations, including server and application maintenance, upgrades, and new installations.
• Applies advanced technical expertise in application networking, including load balancing and fault-tolerant system design.
• Performs vulnerability management to maintain system security and reliability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of systems administration principles, including installation, configuration, maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting of enterprise software systems, servers, network infrastructure, and communication links across multiple locations.
• Proven ability to administer and support Corporate Performance Management (CPM) platforms while applying advanced knowledge of application networking, load balancing, fault tolerance, vulnerability management, and system security best practices.
• Experience using business intelligence and data visualization tools to analyze operational data and develop dashboards and reports, with proficiency in Qlik or Microsoft Power BI preferred.
• Ability to develop executive-level presentations and communicate complex technical and business information effectively to senior leadership, providing strategic recommendations that align technology initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including providing end-user training, resolving software and connectivity issues, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver effective IT solutions.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage system maintenance, upgrades, new installations, and remote support activities while ensuring high system availability, performance, and reliability in a mission-critical environment.

Requirements

• Seven (7) years of progressive experience in the field of Information Processing, six of which are specialized in numerous specialized Information Processing disciplines involving a range of hardware/software solutions, four of which are concentrated, hands-on experience in installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving issues with various software.
• Any IAT-II Certification.
• Active Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or higher.
• Secret clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk and sit; communicate verbally both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Additional Requirements

• Other duties as assigned.