Systems Engineer

About

Koniag IT Systems LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to support KITS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This is a hybrid opportunity, requires 3days onsite and 2days remote.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly qualified, experienced and self-motivated individual to perform the duties of a Server Engineer to support a potential future business opportunity located in Washington, DC.

The ideal Server Engineer will support our enterprise server infrastructure. This position will focus on implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting server systems and related technologies.

Responsibilities

The Server Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organization's server infrastructure. Primary responsibilities include:

• Implement and maintain Windows Server environments
• Configure and manage virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V)
• Perform server patching, upgrades, and maintenance
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in server environments
• Configure and maintain backup and recovery solutions
• Implement security controls and ensure compliance with security policies
• Manage user access and permissions in Active Directory
• Support server monitoring and alerting systems
• Create and maintain server documentation
• Participate in infrastructure projects and implementations
• Support disaster recovery procedures and testing
• Collaborate with other IT teams on integrated solutions
• Participate in after-hours maintenance windows as needed
• Provide escalation support for server-related issues

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 5+ years' experience in server administration and support
• 3+ years' experience with virtualization technologies
• Experience with Windows Server operating systems

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (2016, 2019, 2022)
• Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V)
• Understanding of storage technologies and backup solutions
• Experience with Active Directory management and Group Policy
• Basic PowerShell scripting capabilities for automation
• Knowledge of server hardware configurations and troubleshooting
• Experience with server monitoring and management tools
• Understanding of networking concepts as they relate to servers
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good documentation and communication skills
• Base-level certification (CompTIA A+, Security+, or Network+)
• Core certification (MCSA or equivalent)

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Experience in government IT environments
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure, AWS)
• Experience with Linux server administration
• Familiarity with container technologies
• Knowledge of configuration management tools
• Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation
• ITIL certification or knowledge of ITIL processes

Security Requirements

• This position requires a Criminal background check.