Senior Systems Administrator / System Architect 2

About us: Mission Driven, Employee Focused  At CTI, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.  If you’re a technical changemaker with a passion for Cyber Operations, Cloud and Data Analytics, or Engineering, we’re looking for you! Love what you do AND where you work - alongside a supportive, innovative team of like-minded individuals. After all, we know that your best work happens when you live your best life, and we do everything we can to make that possible. Are you ready for your best career move?
Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required for this position.
The day-to-day:
As a Senior Systems Administrator / System Architect you will perform Linux/Windows systems administration, hardware and software integration, network management and application installation and configuration in a prototype development and evaluation lab located at a customer site. You must be a self-starter, be able to work with a small team as well as independently, and be able to rapidly learn new HW and SW technologies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Eight (8) to eighteen (18) years of general experience as a systems and/or network administrator.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in systems analysis, data center management, networking and communications applications on complex information systems, database management, the use of programming/scripting languages that support systems, and knowledge of storage and retrieval methods.
• Proven experience and strong understanding of hardware and software integration
• Candidate must be competent to work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications system analysis, system design, and implementation activities.
• Security+ CE or equivalent security certification (IAT II)
• Experience leading a small team, providing technical direction and delegating complex engineering tasks.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science can be substituted for four years of general experience as a systems administrator.
• TS/SCI

Preferred Qualifications (desired not required):

• Experience administering and troubleshooting Linux and Windows systems.
• Proven experience in RedHat Linux, CentOS, and/or SELinux System Administration.
• Infrastructure and network experience with Dell, Mellanox, Excelero, Brocade, Palo Alto, Arista,  Nvidia servers and VMWare.
• Network integration experience – routing, switching, and firewall rules administration.
• Experience with DCIM, CM, and system management tools such as Ansible and SALT.
• 2-3 years of VM and storage (NFS) experience.
• Excellent design and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with container platforms, preferably Docker.
• Must be able to support multiple software/system integration and testing efforts.
• Proven experience installing and configuring applications.
• Familiarity with Agency standards, STE/STN compliance and agency security systems.

The benefits package:
• Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS up to $3,000 company-funded HSA• Dental insurance with 100% employer paid premium• Vision with 80% employer paid premium• 100% employer paid Life insurance• 100% employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability • Up to $4,000 annually for training, continued education, and professional memberships• Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, AWS, and NetApp training and accreditation• Up to $1,200 annual reimbursement for phone and internet• Up to $500 annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment)
The environment and perks:
• Professional development investment and paid time off for training• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, California, Florida and Hawaii.• Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers• Leadership Team engagement and mentorship• Performance Recognition• Unlimited complimentary branded apparel
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