Data architect - security clearance required | Herndon, VA

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We are seeking a Mid-Level IT Analyst with strong system administration skills to be part of a dynamic team. Metron Aviation is a collaborative environment that fosters advanced research, concept exploration, product development and support and interaction with the nation's leading aviation subject matter experts.

Metron Aviation prides itself on a work environment where employees can succeed. Contingent upon contract award Responsibilities: Be a key member of the world-wide support team, interfacing with customers (phone, e-mail, video conferences) on a regular basis, including answering helpdesk calls for triage and/or resolution Understand and suggest improvements to installation

and configuration procedures Contribute to and maintain system standards. Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.

Monitor and troubleshoot daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media, recovery tapes or disks are created, and media is recycled and sent off site as necessary. Repair and recover from hardware or software failures. Coordinate and communicate with impacted constituencies. Develop and maintain operational

or other procedures. Ability to write and troubleshoot Linux BASH scripts is required Linux RPM/YUM processes - building new packages, maintaining/updating existing packages and managing software distribution repositories Troubleshooting of Oracle RAC and Mongo DB database clusters Troubleshooting of Cisco Switches, Kemp Load Balancers and Forti Gate Firewalls Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required.

Server maintenance and troubleshooting as required. Customer facing support will be required. Candidate should have excellent communication and customer service skills. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a computer related field 4+ years of experience with the following: Linux - Red Hat and Cent OS required Switches, routers and/or firewalls Foreman, Saltstack & ansible Ability to write and troubleshoot Linux BASH scripts is required Fluent in Spanish Basic Mongo DB and Oracle knowledge Red Hat or Cisco certifications a plus VMWare & Nutanix plus Enterprise storage (Net App and Nimble a plus) Excellent problem solving, issue identification, analytical and technical documentation skills Able to work independently and productively under pressure Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment Metron Aviation, Inc.

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re-award ed program for Helpdesk Specialist II with an active Top Secret or Secret Clearance for a Do D customer at Herndon, VA.

The Helpdesk Specialist will support an IT Service Desk to provide end-users IT remediation and support to allow I2TS partners to effectively leverage the full capabilities of the available IT services and capabilities in direct support of the mission.

The Service Desk serves as the primary point of contact for the delivery of IT services for the Agency by receiving and responding to support requests for hardware/software and systems access. Additionally, the Helpdesk Specialist will provide assistance for all systems/applications under the control of

the I2TS. RESPONSIBILITIES The Helpdesk Specialist will support the full range of IT Service Desk functions and responsibilities to include, but not limited to; Capture and reporting of IT Service Desk support metrics Installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for all users of the systems Maintain a web-based capability for users to enter, track and escalate Service Desk tickets, as well as self-service actions (currently using Remedy) Remote access configuration and support for users and external customers as required (supporting telework, off-site travel, and mission or contingency operations) Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot computer peripherals Provide tracking

for all deployed IT assets from procurement to disposal to allow real-time accounting of IT assets to both government and contractor personnel Provide end-user software and application support Coordinate security and situational awareness concerns with NOSC Provide technical assistance and customer support in the operations and maintenance of wireless voice and data services.

The Helpdesk Specialist will gather feedback directly from the service desk customer regarding their level of satisfaction with the service provided. Survey responses will be voluntary for customers. The survey content will be reviewed and utilized in performance reviews. Performance measures for this position focus on effectiveness, responsiveness, and overall customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Four (4) to Ten (10) years of experience required. Minimum of a Secret Clearance (TS/SCI preferred) Do D 8570 IAT II certification compliance. (Sec+) COMPETENCIES Motivational Support Oral Communication Written Communication Technical Expertise Results-Oriented Teamwork Customer Service Clearance: Top Secret / Secret Defense Engineering, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.