Sr. System Administrator

Information Technology Suitland, Maryland


Description

Title: Sr. System Administrator  
LCAT: System Administrator V 
Location: Suitland, MD 
Terms: Full-time 
Clearance: Public Trust 
Travel: 0-20% 
Education: BS/BA degree in related field (or equivalent) 
Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience 
  
RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY 
That is RIVA. Our employee-first approach has manifested a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first, and providing a flexible work environment, our employees have higher morale, higher productivity rates, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority. 
 
Project Description 
The scope of this work is for RIVA to provide on-site support services for IT service delivery and support to their customer in the following competencies:   
  • Identity Management & Domain Services
  • Mobile & Multimedia Services
  • Network Infrastructure Services 
  • Network Security Services 
  • Network Operations Center Services 
  • TCO  
  • Architecture and Design   
Position Description 
The Senior System Administrator will install new software releases, system upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve software related problems. They will perform system backups and recovery and maintain data files while monitoring system configuration to ensure data integrity. They must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. They will perform a variety of tasks and work under general supervision; typically reporting to a project leader or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. They must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field and will likely lead or direct others. 
  
Responsibilities  
  • Perform review of Daily Check list to ensure services are running as expected.
  • Monitor environment for system anomalies and performed root cause analysis as required. 
  • Document all changes to the test, operational and cloud environments in compliance with customer and Census practices. 
  • Implement Engineering Implementation Plans (EIPs) in support of change control process and system enhancements. 
  • Work both independently as well as in coordination with Systems administrators to maintain the smooth operation of a multi-user computer system. 
  • Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations. 
  • Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations. 
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware. 
  • Perform routine network startup and shutdown procedures and maintain control records. 
  • Review user requests for upgrades or additions to the network to assess impact on network performance and provide advice and guidance on the most practical technical approach to meeting user requirements. 
Requirements 
  • BS/BA degree in related field
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience   
Salary Range: $100-$175k 
RIVA Benefits: 
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance 
  • Retirement Benefits / 401K with company matching 
  • HSA/FSA Spending Accounts 
  • Long- and short-term disability 
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Wellness Program Initiatives 
  • RIVA Flex  
  • Additional Workplace Benefits 
RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protect class.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [email protected].  Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.