System Administrator Tier III (Bahrain) Manama

Requirements

Candidates must possess an active US Government Secret clearance, US citizenship, and meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements. A minimum of three years of hands-on experience in Windows Server and Exchange administration is required, along with relevant industry certifications like Security+ or CISSP.

Job Summary

Job Overview

Job Title: System Administrator Tier III
Location: NSA, Bahrain

Job Responsibilities

The System Administrator Tier III Support position will be responsible for maintaining and operating a computer system and/or network.
Possess expert-level knowledge in deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and Domain Name Service (DNS).
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, including Windows Server 2008(R2) and Windows Server 2003.
Strong experience in the deployment, administration, and troubleshooting of Microsoft Exchange environments, specifically Exchange 2003 and Exchange 2010.
Working knowledge of backup solutions, including Symantec Backup Exec and NetApp SIPR/NIPR Access Point (SNAP) Manager.
Skilled in assessing and applying vendor security patches and updates.
Proficient with enterprise storage technologies such as Storage Area Networks (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS).
Experience with server performance optimization and use of monitoring tools.
Competent in utilizing server configuration and management platforms, including Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
Solid network troubleshooting capabilities and foundational networking knowledge.
Capable of producing clear and detailed technical documentation.
Familiar with developing and executing action plans for both planned and unplanned changes to network infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications

Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (Interim Secret Clearance is acceptable).
Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 451 – System Administrator, Advanced; and may qualify through education, military training, certifications, or a combination thereof.
Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Masters or Ph.D degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
Qualifying 8140 certifications may include SecurityX / CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, FITSP-O, GFACT or other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in Windows Server 2003 and Exchange 2003 systems administration.
At least two (2) years of experience in a military environment.
Must hold one (1) of the following certifications: SecurityX/CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, CISSA, GCED, GCIH, or CCSP.
Able to travel to support mission up to 10%.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, OR An associate’s degree plus seven (7) total years of recent specialized experience, OR a certification plus seven (7) years of recent specialized experience, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience.

Trace Systems

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation’s security interests at home and abroad–– whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text ‘tracejobs’ to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com. #jointracesystems
Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

The System Administrator Tier III is responsible for maintaining and operating computer systems and networks, including deploying and troubleshooting Windows Active Directory and Exchange environments. They will also manage enterprise storage, apply security patches, and develop action plans for infrastructure changes.

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