Job Title: Systems Engineer Lead Engineer
Location: Hanscom Air Force Base
Clearance: Secret
Program: BLITS 3.0
Company/ Program Description:
Centuria, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), has been delivering IT, Engineering, and Scientific solutions to the Federal Government since 2002. During our two decades of service, we have earned the trust and respect of our government clients for the simple reason that we have great people who are experts in their fields and take pride and ownership in everything they do.
BLITS 3.0 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This role will be to directly support the mission of the 66th Air Base Group (66 ABG) to secure information and information systems; to support mission success through effective and efficient service delivery; and to sustain required infrastructure and capabilities. As one part of the greater Air Force Information Network (AFIN) enterprise, the 66 ABG Communications and Information Division (66 ABG/SC) has responsibilities in two categories (1) direct actions in support of Hanscom Air Force Base (HAFB) and geographically separated units (GSUs); and (2) indirect actions to support the AFIN enterprise. Successful solutions for this requirement are expected to have strengths in four areas: integration, flexibility, AFIN knowledge, and technical expertise.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of server engineers/administrators and manage the planning, implementation, and management of storage/backup/server solutions as per AF enterprise standards.
- Lead server operations teams and infrastructure projects, set individual and team goals, and foster teamwork and individual growth opportunities.
- Deliver quality results in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks concurrently.
- Utilize skills and tools to install, configure, and troubleshoot server infrastructure and provide customer support for storage/backup/server services.
- Bring hands-on experience in enterprise virtualized platforms/storage/backup/server solutions to enhance existing infrastructure in accordance with AF Server infrastructure policies.
- Ensure infrastructures are compliant with applicable directives, publications, and guidelines from external DoD agencies in both unclassified and classified environments.
- Support the 66ABG/SC office (Base Communications Squadron) at Hanscom AFB, MA.
- Administer and manage a highly available SAN/Server/Backup infrastructure supporting over 6000+ users.
- Participate in system maintenance, optimization, and performance activities of the SAN/Server/Backup infrastructure.
- Administer Microsoft 2016/2019; experience with Linux Operating Systems is desired.
- Manage hardware and virtualized platforms (Nutanix/VMware) and IBM Array/Tape library and Veeam backup system.
- Install/configure/troubleshoot Domain Controller/DNS/Active Directory.
- Design/Configure/Install/Implement/Monitor/Troubleshoot hardware and operating systems on server/storage/backup infrastructure.
- Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.
- Interface with vendor support for proper escalation during outages or degraded performance.
- Install new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, and directories.
- Perform daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up.
- Apply OS patches and upgrades regularly, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
- Proactively identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system problems.
- Coordinate and work closely with other IT operation teams.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in information technology or equivalent plus 8+ years’ experience with a strong background in Storage Area Network/Virtualization/Backup/Server infrastructure. An additional 4 years’ experience may substitute for the degree.
- Microsoft Windows Server/VMware certification is preferred.
- DoD 8570 Certification CompTIA Security + required (obtained and active within last three years).
- Working knowledge of SAN Switches/Print Service/DHCP.
- Working knowledge of server infrastructure monitoring tools is desired.
- Strong server debugging and troubleshooting skills required.
- Discipline in operational excellence and detailed record-keeping for adherence to military processes.
- Ability to work effectively with people on projects and conduct technical interchanges.
- Knowledge in scripting tools such as PowerShell or Python desirable.
- Support emergency operations on an as-needed basis; 24/7 and weekend work may be required.
- Interact with customers to help resolve issues as required.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to lift about 50+ lbs required.
- Critical thinking skills for problem identification and resolution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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