Senior Systems Cloud AdministratorArlington, Virginia100% RemoteContract$60/hr - $80/hrSenior Systems Cloud AdministratorThe Senior Cloud Systems Administrator will oversee the comprehensive assessment, design, and day-to-day operations of the Corporate IT SAS (Server and Application Services) environment. Functioning as a hands-on server administrator, this role involves evaluating intricate system requirements and subsequently devising, implementing, and sustaining the most effective solutions. Responsibilities also include establishing and documenting technical standards, assessing new products, coordinating with vendors for hardware and software acquisitions, and collaborating with other IT teams to offer guidance in addressing system and application issues. Success in this role will be measured by key deliverables such as ensuring 100% availability of the environment, implementing fault and performance management, and upholding corporate network, system, and application security protocols.This position is a 12-month contract to hire. The company is located in the D.C. Metro Area and will remain 100% remote.What You Will Be Doing:
Create, implement, and document the following processes for SAS Infrastructure:
performance monitoring
problem troubleshooting / helpdesk response.
utilization, availability, and growth patterns (capacity planning)
landscape design, configuration, and standards
24/7 support, escalation, and SLA models
IMAC (installation, move, add, change) services for systems and applications.
change management methodology and communication strategy.
Create and maintain server/application diagrams and workflows.
Perform/coordinate incident diagnosis, corrective action, and root cause analysis.
Oversee the configuration, testing, installation, modification, and servicing of all server components and applications.
Independently organize work requests based on departmental priorities and system criticality.
Manage vendor relationships required for the evaluation, installation, modification, upgrade, repair and preventative maintenance of SAS Infrastructure components.
Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and consultant to other Infrastructure groups (Cloud Operations, Cyber Security, and Systems Administration).
Plan, lead and perform comprehensive systems analysis and design activities including development of detailed functional requirements for new server infrastructure solutions.
Maintain responsibility for end-user (customer) satisfaction.
Required Skills & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / MIS / Information Technology, or equivalent experience in Information Security, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
Minimum 7 years Information Technology experience
Minimum 4 years server and applications experience in fast-paced environment
Hands-on experience with multiple server-computing hardware components including CPU, memory, HDDs, and NICs
Working knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking protocols
Experience with desktop operating systems and server environments
Strong organizational skills and prior experience in a similar role as a Sr. Server Administrator, Lead or Architect
Advanced experience in developing, evaluating, and implementing information security architectures, technologies, standards, and practices to secure applications and IT systems.
Experience with the operation of firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, and 24x7 monitoring of these networks.
Advanced experience with enterprise and data center security policy design and deployment
Flexible, self-motivated, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work effectively with all levels of IT and business management.
Skill in preparing and making written and oral presentations of complex technical nature.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
Desired Skills & Experience:
Expert level experience with Azure (compute, network, cost/usage analysis, resource mgmt.)
Expert level Microsoft Windows administration skills (AD, DNS, Group Policy, file services, IIS, SQL)
Expert level scripting: PowerShell, Perl, Python, PowerCLI
Proficient level Citrix Workspace administration skills (Storefront, machine/delivery groups, policies)
Proficient level experience with VMware vCenter and ESXi
Professional industry certifications in area of expertise, certification such as MCSE, MCITP, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ900), Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ104), Azure Certified Solutions Architect (AZ303/304)
Linux experience with the following platforms: SUSE, RedHat or CentOS
Experience with integration of SEIM tools, backups, and monitoring tools
Knowledge of Best Practice and security guides (ex. NIST 800-53 rev 4)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.This position doesn’t provide sponsorship.You will receive the following benefits:
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.Posted by: Ashton CorbettSpecialization: WindowsMotion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including EOE Protected Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening including a criminal check. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.