Systems Administrator Senior

Functional Role: EITEN 1 ACOS Senior Systems Administrator 

Location: Ramstein AB, Germany 

Duties/Responsibilities: Ensures stability, integrity, and efficient operation of information systems that support core USAFE-AFAFRICA intelligence functions. Will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues. Involves a blend of complex systems integration, systems management, and information security, with a special focus on mission-driven Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) networks. 

• Oversee the installation, configuration, testing, and enhancements of operating systems, application software, and system management tools for a complex infrastructure. 

• Provide essential integration and maintenance for IT and communications equipment supporting ISR networks. 

• Perform systems life cycle from implementation to decommissioning. 

• Deliver rapid technical capability enhancements of systems and networks to support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) maneuvers, counteract cyber threats, and improve intelligence activities. 

• Research and provide information on emerging systems capabilities to ensure the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and industry standards. 

• Conduct systems analysis to proactively identify and address potential issues.

• Monitor IT and communications performance, recommending and executing actions to optimize network health and bandwidth. 

• Perform continual maintenance and provide robust solutions for security, backup, and redundancy to ensure system availability and reliability. 

• Develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex administration problems, ensuring the smooth operation of all managed systems. 

• Support the Major Command (MAJCOM) Special Security Office (SSO) Information Assurance (IA) program with conducting periodic evaluations, managing RMF documentation, performing Assessment and Approval (A&A) functions for managed systems, and developing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M). 

• Provide support for cryptologic and classified storage and processing of communications on intelligence systems to ensure information availability, integrity, authentication, and confidentiality. 

• Prepare, maintain, and evolve comprehensive documentation for processes, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to integration projects and ongoing operations. 

• Coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment. 

Experience: Requires a minimum of five years of experience, of which at least three years must be specialized experience in systems administration. 

Education: A BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university with a curriculum or major field of study which is in computer science, information systems, physical science, engineering, or a mathematics-intensive discipline. 

Education and experience requirements may be substituted with: 

• Associates degree and seven years of relevant experience (or) No degree and eleven years of directly applicable experience. 

Candidates must meet German TESA minimum requirements. 

Certifications:   

• DoD 8140/8570.01M IAT Level II Certification 

• One of the following technical certifications is required: 

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) 

• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (Microsoft AZ-800 & 801) 

• Any of the following certifications are a plus: 

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) 

• Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) 

Clearance: TS/SCI 

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