Server Administrator

Overview:

AFRL plans and executes USAF programs in the areas of basic research, exploratory development, and advanced development. Delaware Nation Industries (DNI) is currently providing organizational support to AFRL RI at Rome Research Site in Rome, NY. This support includes tasks to ensure an effective Information Management concept and structure, that fosters timely deployment and optimal operation of Information Systems to support the research of the AFRL mission.

• Provide Linux/Unix and Windows Server Administration services to include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Systems installation & administration of physical and virtual servers across multiple Linux distros and release versions.
• Systems installation & administration of physical and virtual servers across multiple Windows Server versions.
• Configure, maintain, manage & troubleshoot advanced configurations for supported systems, which may involve system performance tuning, clustering, file systems, hardware, OS kernel, DNS, IP stack, network attached storage & SAN, virtual networking, Windows AD integration, LDAP integration & other advanced configuration items.
• Monitor system performance, to identify and correct performance issues.
• Manage & maintain secure remote access of systems per DoD standards & guidelines.
• Utilize shell and utility scripting to optimize & automate standard administration tasks.
• Regularly audit & validate configuration of systems against established DoD policy & within any additional guidelines provided by leadership.
• This includes installation of HBSS, Anti-Virus & other agents as part of standard systems within AFRL RI’s operating environment.
• This also includes implementing the Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on the various Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Verify, remediate & report on all IAVMs, DoD orders & suspense requirements.
• Attend meetings, participate in conference calls and respond to ticket requests to ensure the highest standards in customer support.
• Work with leadership & teammates to develop and/or maintain systems documentation in support of system builds, application installs & other operations procedures.
• Assist with security audits & work with staff to remediate any & all security findings with supported systems & applications.
• Configure & monitor backups in accordance with applicable regulations, policies & guidance. Ensure any issues/failures with backups are corrected within established SLA timelines.
• Routinely audit & verify backup configurations (to include test restorations), exceptions & system security configurations as established by leadership.
• Provide backup reporting using templates & reporting requirements as directed by leadership.

• Must have an existing DOD IAT Level 2 8570 certification (Security +)
• Must possess a Secret security clearance level (or higher)
• Experience with VMware vSphere a plus

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