Qualified for Systems Administrator (451) - Advanced under DoD Cyber Workforce Framework
Ability to meet DoD 8140.03 qualification requirements for privileged access
Must possess or be able to obtain an active Secret security clearance
Experience with enterprise virtualization platforms like VMware vSphere/Horizon is preferred
Familiarity with enterprise hardware suites and operating systems is a plus
Experience in DoD or military IT environments is advantageous
Responsibilities
Lead the Server and Database team in daily operations and project planning
Oversee design, installation, and operation of servers and storage systems
Provide technical solutions and manage equipment lifecycle
Ensure systems maintain high availability standards (up to 99.9% uptime)
Ensure compliance with security directives and patch management
Manage backup and disaster recovery procedures for data integrity
Benefits
Full-time position with potential for career advancement
Opportunity to lead a skilled team in a critical IT environment
Engagement with government stakeholders on technical projects
Work in a compliant and secure IT infrastructure
Access to advanced technology and enterprise systems
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a highly qualified Server Lead to oversee all aspects of our server, backup, database, and data storage environments. In this role, you will lead the Server and Database team, advise on key technical projects, keep government stakeholders informed on equipment lifecycles, and design and implement critical technical solutions. You will play a vital role in ensuring that infrastructure and IT systems remain operational, accessible, and compliant with enterprise security standards.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Oversight: Lead the Server and Database team in day-to-day operations, project planning, and service delivery.
System & Storage Administration: Oversee the design, installation, operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, patching, and repair of physical and virtual servers, Storage Area Networks (SANs), backup systems, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
Technical Solutions & Life Cycle Management: Provide technical solutions, advise on infrastructure projects, and maintain comprehensive lifecycle awareness to inform equipment refresh cycles and technology upgrades.
High Availability & Service Levels: Ensure systems and services maintain target availability standards (up to 99.9% uptime) and ensure assigned Tier 3 escalated incidents are diagnosed and resolved within established service level thresholds.
Configuration & Patch Management: Ensure all server systems adhere to applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Maintenance Task Orders (MTOs), and cybersecurity directives.
Backup & Disaster Recovery: Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly system backup and recovery procedures across primary and off-site locations to ensure continuous data integrity.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant IT experience.
DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Role: Qualified for Systems Administrator (451) - Advanced.
DoD Compliance: Ability to satisfy DoD 8140.03 qualification requirements for privileged access prior to assuming duty.
Clearance: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret (or higher) security clearance as required by system access specifications.
