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Systems Administrator (U.S. Citizenship required)

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Job Location: Alexandria, VA. 

Job Description: 

Syneren is currently seeking a Systems Administrator on our DOD contracts. 

 

Responsibilities: 

  • Maintain Azure cloud solutions, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and virtual networks.
  • Maintain, track and renewal of DOD SSL certificates.
  • Create Azure Storage reports.
  • Produce STIG checklist on a quarterly basis.
  • Install windows & 3rd party software updates and remediate security vulnerabilities.
  • Create VMs snapshots and troubleshoot VMs issues.
  • Monitor Azure infrastructure performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal system operation and availability.
  • Automate routine tasks and processes using Azure Automation, PowerShell, or other scripting languages to improve operational efficiency.
  • Stay up to date with the latest Azure technologies, trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for system enhancements or optimizations.

Required Qualifications: 

2 years of proven experience as a Windows Server System Administrator in the US Federal Government, preferably with a focus on Azure cloud technologies.

  • Solid understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and firewalls.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Understanding of Azure services and solutions, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, and Azure Networking.
  • US Citizenship

Preferred:

  • IAT II Certifications IAW DoD (For DoD IAT Level 2, the two required certs are as follows: CompTIA Security+ or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner) Other security-related certs that are accepted (in addition to the above two certs) as well for the DoD IAT Level 2 include the following as well: CCNA Security; CySA+; GICSP; GSEC).

 Nice to have: 

Prior experience within DoD agencies. 

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in an IT related field such as MIS, Computer Science

Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate)

  • Active Secret Clearance