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Overview The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) has an immediate career opening for a Systems Engineer. This opening is located at IDA's Center for Computing Sciences in Bowie, Maryland (CCS). IDA offers a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and a superior professional working environment. To the right individual, IDA offers the opportunity to have a major impact on key national programs while working on fascinating technical issues. With minimal supervision, this position designs, administers, and maintains multiple IT systems, servers and software. The incumbent is a seasoned professional, able to solve a diverse range of complex problems within their function. Responsibilities include maintaining systems functionality, availability, security, and performance, as well as scheduling, planning, and execution of system deployments and upgrades. Partners with Senior Systems Engineers when multiple technologies are deployed. Mentors junior IT staff on system operations, ensuring compatibility and configuration standards are maintained. Ensures adherence to IT best practices and corporate IT practices and security policy. Due to the nature of this position, and the requirement for extended coverage, this position may be required to work hours outside of a regular schedule. No supervisory and no budgetary responsibilities. #IDAjobs #ITatIDA Responsibilities
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in related field.
- Six years minimum experience in Information Technology, which includes at least four years in systems administration.
- Possess advanced knowledge in designing, administering, and supporting servers, systems, and software, preferably Linux/Unix. Experience in more than one of the following areas is preferred:
- Familiar with storage technologies such as NetApp, Lustre or Hadoop
- High performance network technologies such as InfiniBand and GigE
- Virtual Desktop environment to include VMware and Horizon
- Open Source software installation and support
- Must be organized, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form and with all levels of employees; possess good interpersonal skills.
- Project management experience desired
- Must be willing to work hours outside of a regular schedule.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOD 8570 IAT II certification.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
- Position requires ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph preferred (or within two years).
Vacancy expired!