ALTA IT Services, LLC · 4 hours ago
Systems Engineer - Linux / Windows
Merrifield, VA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expALTA IT Services, LLC is seeking a Senior System Engineer with expertise in Linux and Windows to support a federal end customer in Fairfax, VA. The role involves various responsibilities including system administration, scripting, hardware monitoring, and application development for monitoring systems.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Linux System tasks
Bash scripting –Create and/or modify bash scripts used for maintaining image repositories for analysis
Logical disk setup – able to set up and/or change logical disk configurations depending on the needs of users
User authorization – able to set up and maintain user profiles
Windows system administration tasks
Scripting – able to create & maintain scripts files (.BAT, .VBS) as needed to automate system functions and monitoring
OpenVMS system administration
User authorization – add & remove users, maintain passwords
Scripting – proficient in OpenVMS DCL for various tasks
Patching – apply needed system updates
Program development – experience in compiling and debugging programs in various languages (FORTRAN, PASCAL, C, C++)
Monitoring – monitor systems for performance anomalies, other issues
Hardware monitoring and management
Update firmware – update firmware on servers and other hardware components
Diagnose hardware problems – track and do a preliminary diagnosis on hardware errors for servers and storage arrays
General knowledge and administration of storage arrays
Create logical drives
Perform backups as needed
Manage Virtual Machines
Basic knowledge of VMWARE virtual machines
Start and stop virtual machines
Edit virtual machines (e.g., add memory or CPUs)
Move virtual machines between hosts
Plan, design, develop, test, and deploy applications for monitoring hardware and software
Application monitoring and Help desk support
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship required, eligible for Public Trust clearance
Demonstrated knowledge with at least 5 years of experience with versions of Linux
Demonstrated knowledge with at least 5 years of experience with Windows system administration
Knowledge of HPE and DELL server hardware, monitoring, and management skills
Knowledge of storage arrays and administration
Ability to evaluate and compare vendor hardware solutions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to document design and support needs
Ability to work in a team environment
The candidate must be able to obtain a sensitive security clearance
Preferred
OpenVMS system administration knowledge will be a plus
Three years of experience working in a virtualized environment
Help Desk or Customer Support experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Spending accounts
Life insurance
Voluntary plans
Participation in a 401(k) plan
Company
ALTA IT Services, LLC
ALTA IT Services, LLC combines experience and expertise to deliver IT talent that meets and exceeds the expectations of our clients.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Bonnie Wells
Senior Business Development Manager - Strategic Staffing Partner
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