Systems Administrator

Job Description You will provide on-site technical and operational support in the installation, operation and maintenance of an Active Directory, windows-based environment. Performing system hardware integration, preventive maintenance, implementation and peripheral equipment site support of special purpose computer-based client systems and equipment.

You will also troubleshoot complex hardware and software malfunctions and implement solutions. Superior interpersonal skills required for daily interface with customer management, technical, and operator personnel.

Other job duties:
You'll provide assistance in resolution of user questions/problems with regard to installed systems and equipment; corrective and preventative maintenance support to identify and correct performance, and implementation failures, faults or defaults that impair system/equipment performance and functionality; coordination of war-ranty work, troubleshooting and emergency repairs to effect immediate corrections so that OPWAN operations are not interrupted; preventative maintenance to adjust, maintain, or otherwise improve performance or en-hance the overall maintainability of systems/equipment; risk analysis to identify potential problems, systems/equipment modification and/or correction.
The position requires an individual that can perform prompt, efficient, and professional support to users for their assigned sites; can track and report on the status of work; is able to provide front-line troubleshooting; and is able to utilize a background of experience to resolve issues. Staff in this labor category should possess strong customer service skills, be able to articulate (written and verbally) the problems/issues at their site, and ar-ticulate solutions to management.Required Education, Experience, & Skills At a minimum, the individual shall have five (5) years’ experience in monitoring, managing and administering, imple-menting Windows based servers and systems in a production environment.

At a minimum, the Systems Administrator shall have demonstrated experience in Systems/Equipment installation, configuration, implementation, and validation of installation of components:
Components include but are not limited to:
•Microsoft (current Version) Hyper-V Manager
•Mass storage arrays and servers
•Dell OpenManage essentials
•Utilize scripting languages, mainly but not limited to PowerShell, to automate tedious, repetitive, and/or error prone tasks related to installation, configuration, and management of IT systems and services.
•Installation and management of systems via hypervisors and virtualization sub systems
•Support a variety of networking, storage, virtualization, and other components that may span across multi engerational deployments.
•Evaluate effectiveness of existing technologies on site, and con-sidering emerging technologies
•Add, configure, and manage Roles and Features on Microsoft Server (current Version) including but not limited to:
a. File and Storage Services
b. Print and Document Services
c. Remote Desktop Services
•Windows Server Update Services
•Failover Clustering
•Managing tape backup server, tape backup library, and tape workstations used to archive user data and perform system backups, refilling the inventory of blank tapes, managing other than normal operations, and identifying and correcting unexpected situations.
•Remote Server Administration Tools
•Windows PowerShell
•Configure and monitor systems/servers utilizing Windows Admin Center
•Configure and monitor systems/servers utilizing Failover Cluster Manager tools
•Configure and monitor systems/servers utilizing Remote Server Administrative Tools (RSAT)
•Configure and monitor systems/servers utilizing SQL Server Management Tools
•Recognizing failed hardware such as hard drives, power supplies, components, or entire servers
•Following detailed instructions to identify, troubleshoot, and re-place faulty equipment
•Completing Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Checklists and other re-ports as assigned
Preferred Skills are listed below:
a.Microsoft (current Version) Storage Spaces Direct (S2D)
b.Microsoft (current Version) Failover Clustering

Experience implementing and operating client-server, LAN/WAN systems,
architectures, and interface equipment.
Windows system administration experience including, Active Directory, GPO configuration,
and Client systems supportPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills BS degree with an emphasis in Information Systems/Computer Science with 4 years
of related experience.

High speed ethernet, fiber, router, and firewall experience.

Enterprise Storage administration experience.

Failover clustering experience.
Hyper-V administration experience.

Experience with SAN/DAS/NAS configurations and administration is preferable. Hyper-V experience and firewall configuration are highly desirable.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.