Systems Administrator

We are offering a contract for a Systems Administrator IV position, based in District of Columbia. This role is in the IT industry and will have you working on-site. As a Systems Administrator IV, your focus will be on the configuration, administration, support, and maintenance of systems, including the associated hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate configuration and administration of both physical and virtual systems
• Oversee the maintenance and support of IT infrastructure to ensure smooth operation
• Implement best practices for system functional specifications
• Perform backup and recovery tasks for IT infrastructure
• Allocate storage space and tune system performance to ensure optimal functionality
• Implement critical patches to safeguard system security and performance
• Review system performance logs to identify anomalies and troubleshoot issues
• Communicate effectively with internal team members and external parties such as vendors
• Apply creativity and ingenuity to develop new technical solutions and systems to achieve functional objectives
• Utilize expert knowledge of technical principles, theories, and concepts in performing job duties
• Manage large projects or processes, ensuring key objectives and deliverables are met.
• Exceptional communication skills to liaise with team members and stakeholders
• Proven leadership skills for managing and guiding teams
• Proficient in training team members and ensuring knowledge transfer
• Competent in handling Human Resources (HR) Administration tasks
• Familiarity with 'About Time' software for effective time management
• Experience in dealing with vendors for procurement and management
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement solutions
• Strong knowledge of best practices in system administration
• Experience in maintaining logs for tracking and analysis purposes
• Proficiency in configuration management for system optimization
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and their implications on system administration
• Knowledge of storage management for efficient data handling
• Experience with backup technologies to ensure data safety and recovery
• Ability to deliver on time and manage deployments effectively
• Understanding of fundamental principles of system administration
• Willingness to be onsite for managing system requirements
• Creativity in solving complex technical issues
• Proficient in talent management and team building
• Experience in handling patches and tuning systems for optimal performance
• Willingness to travel internationally for business requirements
• Ability to design and implement technical solutions as per business needs.