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Job Description
Description
Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people.
Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Engineering we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida's fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.
As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success!
Job Purpose:
- The Systems Administrator at Knight Federal Solutions Inc. will be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and managing our software, hardware, and networks. The role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of IT systems and services, providing technical support, and ensuring the security and efficiency of IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and configure software, hardware, and networks.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless operations.
- Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions.
- Administer and maintain user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
- Manage and support the organization's IT infrastructure and ensure all systems are up-to-date.
- Collaborate with other IT staff to develop and implement IT policies and best practices.
- Conduct regular system audits and generate relevant reports.
- Provide technical support and guidance to users and resolve any IT-related issues.
- Ensure data backup and disaster recovery plans are in place and regularly tested.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance system performance and security.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems administration, including managing and maintaining server environments.
- Proven experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience in implementing and managing virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
- Familiarity with network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- CompTIA Security Plus certification.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Knight Federal Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other protected classification.
Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people.
Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Engineering we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida's fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.
As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success!
Job Purpose:
- The Systems Administrator at Knight Federal Solutions Inc. will be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and managing our software, hardware, and networks. The role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of IT systems and services, providing technical support, and ensuring the security and efficiency of IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and configure software, hardware, and networks.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless operations.
- Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions.
- Administer and maintain user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
- Manage and support the organization's IT infrastructure and ensure all systems are up-to-date.
- Collaborate with other IT staff to develop and implement IT policies and best practices.
- Conduct regular system audits and generate relevant reports.
- Provide technical support and guidance to users and resolve any IT-related issues.
- Ensure data backup and disaster recovery plans are in place and regularly tested.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance system performance and security.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems administration, including managing and maintaining server environments.
- Proven experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience in implementing and managing virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
- Familiarity with network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- CompTIA Security Plus certification.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Knight Federal Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other protected classification.
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