Description
Deadline Date:
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Requirement:
Senior Technician (Core Services)
Location:
Norfolk, VA, US
Full Time On-Site:
Yes
Time On-Site: 100%Total Scope of the request (hours): 1672Required Start Date: 3 February 2025End Contract Date: 31 December 2025
Required Security Clearance:
NATO SECRET
Duties and Role:
- Accomplish system administrator duties for NU, NR and NS CIS systems in the CSU AOR;
- Accomplish server/client hardware and software troubleshooting actions;
- Maintain and update VMware Virtual Environment;
- Analyze and implement Microsoft Active Directory changes to meet user or operational requirements;
- Analyze and update Microsoft & Linux policies for system optimization and security;
- Implement and test new software versions and patches;
- Write PowerShell commands and scripts to automate system administration tasks;
- Provide assistance with fault resolution and document actions in accordance with Incident Management procedures;
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for routine system administration duties;
- Maintain Physical Server Hardware in local Data Centre;
- Provide status updates for assigned requests using ITSM Service Desk Software;
- Follows-up with users on completed requests prior to closing;
- Provide collaboration and assistance to other work sections within Service Operations Branch in support of mission requirements;
- Can support physical task requirements with the ability to lift up to 25 lbs;
- Deputise for higher grade staff as required;
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements
Skill, Knowledge & Experience:
- The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
- Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 2 years post-related experience. Or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years post-related experience.
- A minimum of 2 years' practical, hands-on experience supporting core enterprise computing services: System Administration on a large computer network; Windows & Linux Operating Systems; Active Directory & Group Policy Management; Virtualization of servers and desktops; Storage Area Networks (SANs); Data Backup systems; Use of scripting to automate tasks; Large scale system management tools, such as MCM (Microsoft Configuration Manager); ITIL Problem Management.
Desirable Experience and Education:
- University Bachelors degree in a CIS related subject.
- Active certifications covering CIS related topics from recognized & accredited organizations.
- Practical experience in the area of cybersecurity.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of computer and communications security, networking, and the vulnerabilities of modern operating systems and applications.
- ITIL certification and experience in applying ITIL Change Management and/or Service Asset and Configuration Management processes.
- Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.
- Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.
Life at EMW, Inc.
EMW, Incorporated, a Northern Virginia USA-based company since 1995, provides excellence in Systems Integration and Technical Services in the fields of Information Technology, Networks and Telecommunications to Commercial, Government, and International organizations worldwide using a Customer-First attitude. EMW's vision is to deliver value added and technologically advanced products and services fulfilling all of its customers needs. EMW's value added offerings in expert systems and integration of information and communications technologies include the following core competencies: Advanced voice, data, and video convergence solutions Network security solutions and services Transmission media design, planning, deployment, and maintenance Operations and maintenance support services and solutions for WAN/LAN, desktop, file/server environments Logistics business processes and asset management products and services Software development and customization services EMW, Inc. is a US Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified program participant and maintains a US Government Services Administration (GSA) Schedule contract, number GS-35F-4931H as well as a NATO Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA), number 9858 with the NATO C3 Agency, encompassing all of its products and services offerings. EMW has offices in Herndon, Virginia, USA; Mechelen, Belgium; Beijing, China; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. For additional information, please contact: Kamal Raychaudhuri EMW, Incorporated 13873 Park Center Road Suite 225 Herndon, VA USA 20171
Thrive Here & What We Value- Prior experience in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements- Knowledge of post related applications like Desktop Alert, Jira Software, Adobe Creative Cloud Products- Experience with data modelling of complex systems- Desirable: Experience in NCIA processes and procedures.- A thorough knowledge of one of the two NATO HQ official languages, both written and spoken;- A good working knowledge (spoken) of the other NATO official language- On-site work required- 100% time on site- Full-time position- Familiarity with state-of-the-art technologies relevant to software engineering- Familiarity with cloud computing, SaaS, knowledge of Microsoft Azure</s>