System Administrator

Full-time

Description

Potomac Haven seeks a full-time Network and Computer Systems Administrator to provide system administration and operations/maintenance support for UNIX, Red Hat Linux, and Windows servers and workstations at the U.S. Coast Guard’s Aviation Training Center (ATC) in Mobile, Alabama.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all UNIX/Linux/Windows systems and related peripherals

Support non-standard computing systems used for training in UNIX/Linux/Windows environments

Provide daily support and maintenance for Aviation Training Center (ATC) in Mobile to include UNIX/Red Hat, Linux/Windows servers and workstations; both hardware and software

Manage system resources, including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability

Maintain data backup media on-site and perform proper media destruction in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard policy

Maintain a log identifying media, date of backup, data contained on the backup, and the location of the media

Manage disk space utilization on all servers including monitoring and enforcement of pre-determined user quota limits

Conduct periodic testing of backup media to verify system reliability

Log and maintain records of all major configuration changes and system updates

Maintain current antivirus software on the workstations and servers

Prepare and document system change plans for government approval

Test new hardware for compatibility with existing infrastructure

Maintain and update disaster recovery procedures

Recommend server changes or replacements to the Technical Point of Contact and Contracting Officer Representative for servers that are out of warranty, or near warranty expiration date

Review system, security, and application logs to detect and resolve anomalies

Comply with all DHS and USCG notifications and alerts, implementing necessary actions on affected systems

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required

• Must possess and be able to maintain an DoD Secret Clearance

• Associate degree (AA) preferred

• Extensive work experience in Oracle Solaris 10 Unix and Red Hat Linux operations and administration

• Experience in installing, managing and troubleshooting Windows desktop operating systems (Windows 7, 10, 11)

• Experience managing and troubleshooting Windows Server operating systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Experience in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments

• Strong technical writing and documentation abilities

• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills

• High attention to detail and follow-through

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

• Strong skills in requirements gathering and client interaction

• Must communicate with customers, stakeholders, and technical staff effectively

• Ability to physically position oneself to access equipment and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds

Benefits:

Potomac Haven covers 70% of our full-time employees' health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) through Anthem

Simple IRA and corporate match

Educational, training, and certification assistance

Complementary short- and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Work Schedule:

Onsite in Mobile, Alabama

Monday to Friday

More about Potomac Haven: We are an award-winning information technology and professional services firm. We help our federal customers achieve their goals by providing diverse, multi-talented, and dedicated professionals to fulfill their mission. Our customers include Bureau of Industry and Security, DoD Washington Headquarter Services, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S AID, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), General Services Administration (GSA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Administration for Children and Families (ACF) among others.