Returning Candidate? Log back in! Systems Engineer/Analyst Location US-VA-Hampton ID 2024-12-2347 Category Information Technology Position Type Full-Time Location Detail On-Site Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com Summary

ValidaTek is seeking a highly qualified Systems Engineer/Analyst to support the Air Force – Air Combat Command on a Global Command and Control System (GCCS) and Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) program located at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The GCCS has as its mission to provide Command and Control (C2) information systems to ACC headquarters and its mission partners. GCCS manages the assets (e.g., software and licenses, servers, disk subsystems and SAN storage, virtual machines, personal computers, peripheral devices, and so forth) required during peacetime, wartime, and military exercises.

The ideal candidate will be able to provide C4 IT support, including installation, upgrade, and administration of hardware and software; resolution of interoperability issues for mission systems/ equipment.
Provide technical service support using in-depth knowledge of software/hardware configuration, system administration of computers using UNIX/Windows operating systems, and Oracle databases, network services and components, network management tools, Virtualization tools, and system security. 

Responsibilities Provide on-site GCCS and DCO system engineering support as required to maintain the system in an operational state at all times (e.g. 24/7 access to user’s personal and office shared data, maintaining terminal service).Provide technical support for GCCS and DCO systems (equipment/applications) during the product life cycle and technical support for mission applications (e.g. monitoring domain and Domain Name System (DNS) replication).Provide support with daily operations and maintenance of GCCS and DCO systems, to include end-user application support.Perform technical refreshes and upgrades/patches to the systems, perform backups, monitor the system performance, troubleshoot problems, and provide technical direction for the future. Shall be performed daily with weekly reports provided to COR.Scan systems for network vulnerabilities and mitigate identified vulnerabilities. Weekly/monthly reports will be generated to show the overall health of supported systems by listing the number of vulnerabilities mitigated/unresolved. Scans shall be performed in accordance with (IAW) local policy. Scans are typically performed weekly; however, the COR may request ad-hoc scans and reports.Support Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRIs) by adhering to standard procedures, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Cyber Technical Orders (CTOs), and Maintenance Task Orders (MTOs) to include using best practices and lesson learned (avoiding common pitfalls) to ensure supported systems are network worthy and not vulnerable.Maintain and examine system/audit logs for failures, failure prediction, and Information Assurance (IA) accountability requirements for C2 Systems. System logs and status reports shall be provided to COR upon request (typically in conjunction with government audit).Perform basic database maintenance IAW a COR approved maintenance plan and schedule. Initial and reoccurring maintenance plans shall be provided to COR for approval before implementation (For example: out of cycle scheduled maintenance).Create, manage, schedule, and test backups of systems based on COR defined plan for C2 Systems. Backup plan is generated by the contractor to the COR for approval/implementation.Perform database recovery, loading new databases, reinitializing and reloading databases upon installation of new software version releases.Perform database and applications server performance monitoring; database storage allocation; database and server distribution monitoring; maintaining database configuration.Provide a continuity of corporate technical knowledge of the full array of installed and support equipment used at operational locations. Qualifications 6+ years of experience providing information systems administration support.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related engineering, computer science, information systems, or technical field. OR related certifications (e.g. CompTIA Network+ or Cisco Certified Network Professional) can be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.Active DoD Secret Clearance.DoD 8570.01-IAT Level II certificationDemonstrated proficiency maintaining and configuring the following systems and platforms: SolarWinds Suite of tools, UNIX,  Microsoft suite of tools, Microsoft OS (i.e. Server 2019 and any subsequent version), Active Directory Group Policy administration, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) or Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), WSUS, SMS, NIS+, ACAS, VMWare, NetApp, SPLUNK and Red Hat.Demonstrated proficiency maintaining and configuring the following server environments and functions: Active Directory, Domain Controller, Domain Name Server and Backup ExecPowerShell tool ScriptingFirewall, Router, Switches, VLAN, TACLANE, IAVA Patching/Upgrade, Documentation and SOP, Continuity of Operation (Hot, Warm, Cold sites)Demonstrated expertise with System Engineering and development IAW PWS 4.2. Preferred:Red Hat Posted Min Pay Rate USD $68,075.21/Yr. Posted Max Pay Rate USD $113,458.69/Yr. Salary Disclosure Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required. EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

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