
Description
Job ID: 112505
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Job SummaryPerform system administration duties of on-prem systems and networks including high side, standalone systems, engineering applications, and peripherals in compliance with NISPOM requirements. Responsible for ensuring high levels of availability and security of systems and networks to support business functions and alignment to external audit requirements. Participates in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure system provisioning and maintenance that is consistent with company goals, industry best practices and regulatory requirements. This position is a full-time, on-site opportunity which entails face-to-face interactions with various cross-functional teams and colleagues.
Job Responsibilities- Design, configure, and tune on-prem connected and standalone information systems and network connections (LAN and WAN) to ensure high levels of availability and security
- Provide deskside support for end users with a primary focus on engineering applications in an air-gapped environment.
- Administer and troubleshoot network components to include encryption devices, routers, and switches to ensure high network availability and confidentiality. Monitor and test network performance, apply security controls, and provide statistics and reports on system performance and vulnerability management
- Install, configure, monitor, administer and maintain physical (ESXi) and virtual servers (Windows), printers, scanners and applications. Install patches and upgrades to server hardware, firmware, and/or software.
- Schedule and monitor data backup jobs, analyzing and correcting issues as identified, regularly reporting critical data metrics and issues to management, and proactively maintaining the health and availability of storage solutions (virtual and physical)
- Provide face-to-face customer support across various cross-functional teams using multi-tiered troubleshooting techniques to address moderately complex problem analysis and resolution design for systems and applications
- Administer and maintain end user accounts throughout the lifecycle to include onboarding (account creation and initial access), maintenance (ongoing access and role changes), and offboarding (account deactivation and permission revocation) in accordance with valid business justification principles of least privilege
- Perform/support internal external audit functions in accordance with company and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) standards for all information systems and components (servers, databases, firewalls, routers, switches, etc.)
- Regularly analyze the performance of networks and associated components, servers, databases, applications, and various information systems and components. Uses critical analysis to develop solutions to optimize system/component performance while ensuring compliance to company, security, and audit standards
- Conduct research to evaluate new vendors/products in support of acquisition for system components to meet company and external regulatory compliance and provide recommendations based on business needs and compliance requirements
- Perform support tasks as needed requested by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and the Facility Security Officer (FSO)
- Up to 20% travel to other Naval Power Systems locations
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in business administration, management information systems, mathematics, information technology, or computer sciences
- Experience with the principles, methods, and techniques used in all phases installation, configuration, administration and maintenance of IT and business systems
- Experience in current principles and practices of system administration
- Strong verbal, written and in-person interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to successfully interact with all levels of management, other IT professionals and end-users
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
- Is open and responsive to change and demonstrates a commitment to the process of continuous improvement by identifying and responding actively and with sensitivity to the needs of all customers
- Active DOD Security Clearance strongly preferred or obtained within a reasonable period following hire date.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Proven System Administration
- Experience in administering Microsoft Windows Active Directory environments, implementation, and troubleshooting, including familiarity with routers and switches, (Experience working in segmented or isolated network environments without traditional internet access)
- Security Focus
- Strong understanding of server security principles, including, 802.1x, RADIUS, Encryption devices, and security best practices to ensure robust security architecture.
Server Administration - Proficiency in managing and maintaining servers (Windows primarily), including performing regular updates, patches, hardening (STIG). Experience in virtualized environments preferred.
- Problem-Solving and Initiative
- Strong troubleshooting abilities and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach and the ability to take initiative to identify, research, and resolve complex issues independently. Ability to prioritize various tasks in alignment to mission needs and is self-directed in task execution.
- Customer Service and Communication Competencies
- Ability to provide exceptional customer service with the ability to professionally communicate verbally and in person with colleagues from various teams and organization levels
U.S. Citizenship required.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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