System Administrator - Night Shift (10pm-6am)

Akima

Colorado Springs, CO

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$90,000–$93,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Cisco Network Systems, Communication Skills, Community Support, Computer Maintenance, Computer Networks, Computer Operations, Computer Servers, Computer Systems, Cryptography, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Recovery, Database Administration, Database Backup, Diversity, Documentation Review, Endpoint Security, Environmental Issues, Federal Contracts, Firewall Administration, Forecasting, Functional Testing, Government, Government Standards, Hardware Repair, Hardware Upgrades, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, In-Circuit Testing, Integration Testing, Legal, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server DBA (Database Administration), Microsoft Windows Server, NetApp Storage Systems, Network Access Control (NAC), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routers, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Operating Systems, Operational Support, Performance Management, Peripheral Hardware, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Program Evaluation, Regulatory Compliance, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Sales Management, Secret Clearance, Security Patches, Security Software, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Server Architecture, Software Administration, Software Upgrades, Staff Training, Statistics, Support Documentation, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Telecommunications, Test Plan/Schedule, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)

LOCATION

Colorado Springs, CO

POSTED

1 day ago

Five Rivers Analytics is looking for a System Administrator to work in Colorado Springs, CO. Administers, develops, runs tests, implements, and maintains operating system and related software. Establishes and implements standards for computer operations for compatibility between hardware and software, according to specifications and parameters. Troubleshoots and resolves software, operating system, and networking problems. Schedules, performs, and monitors system backups and performs data recoveries. Recommends hardware and software upgrades according to growth statistics and disk space forecasts. Provides technical support for system users. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. May act as lead. Typically requires BA and 5-7 years. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

+ Perform operations, maintenance, and systems administration on Operational Switch Replacement (OSR) Systems, Wide Area Network Interface Functions (WANIFs), NetApp, EMS, SolarWinds, VMWare, LogRhythm, encryption devices and other systems associated

+ Maintain computer networks including VPNs, routers, switches and other physical hardware; install and configure network equipment; configure and manage firewalls as required; monitor computer systems to improve network performance for all systems

+ Develop/deploy ANETS VMware solutions; administer, configure, and troubleshoot/resolve VMWare environment issues; install operating systems, service packs, security patches and bug fixes as directed; provide technical support and document VMWare processes; keep informed of related developments in VMWare technologies and products

+ Client/Server management and architecture work experience; client/server experience and provide judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of client/server system; analyze client/server requirements to ensure the system meets performance requirements; must be familiar with relational databases

+ Monitor and troubleshoot system/application activity and performance; perform functionality and integration testing for new and updated Endpoint Security Software; assist in the implementation of policies and standards related to the use of computing resources, overall implementation and operational aspects of multiple systems, operating environments, and related software

+ Provide system administration support to install, operate, configure, optimize, and maintain the Cisco Identify Services (ISE) tool for the enterprise; provide system administration expertise to deploy Cisco ISE network access control features; implement, configure and administer CISCO ISE

+ Perform systems administration, database administration and master document upkeep, account management, software support and maintenance, outage documentation review, and repair of computer systems and peripheral devices

+ Coordinates efforts with customers, associate contractors and fellow STORMS program personnel to ensure highly successful operations, configuration, and verification of connectivity

+ Develop procedures and trains personnel and perform complex operations

+ Accepts, develops and implements the more complex configuration changes associated with the OSR and related systems

+ Good communication skills are mandatory

+ Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment with government customers and other contractors

+ Must be able to type a minimum of 50 words per minute

+ Capable of troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs/fixes for network hardware related problems

+ Must be flexible with days off, schedule will change on a recurring basis (e.g., monthly) to ensure equitable coverage on this shift

+ Coordinates, Conducts, ensures, and tracks maintenance action tracking and interfaces with the government for standards of compliance

+ Implementation/ development of procedures, data analysis, and other activities on operational/ non-operationally accepted equipment

+ Support system engineering and integration assessments on new program requirements

Qualifications

+ BS/BA degree and 3 to 5 years' experience; High School diploma/GED and 6-10 years of experience

+ U.S. Citizenship required

+ Active Secret clearance to start with the ability to achieve a TS/SCI clearance

+ DoDM 8140.03 Intermediate Level certification

+ Experience in trunk/circuit testing and monitoring with the ability to review, interpret, and act upon message traffic to protect communication availability and routings efficiently and accurately

+ Demonstrated understanding of modern telecommunications networks architecture and circuits

+ Capable of autonomously performing all known tasks and capable of ascertaining and addressing unknown tasks, conditions, and parameters

+ Microsoft SQL Database Administrator experience

+ Windows Server and Active Directory knowledge; must have knowledge of server technologies

+ Proficient with NetApp, EMS, SolarWinds, VMWare, LogRhythm, encryption devices

Job ID

2026-24052

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$90,000 - $93,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.

As a FRA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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