IT Systems Administrator {A}

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

We are seeking a Systems Administrator to implement, maintain, and support our growing corporate and Information Technology infrastructure within a Microsoft Office 365 GCC High environment. You will be part of the Information Technology Operations team that is responsible for designing and developing scalable, maintainable, highly available Information Technology Systems that meet business objectives service requirements.

This position can be based out of any ARKA sites including Danbury, CT, Aurora, CO, Colorado Springs, CO or King of Prussia, PA.  

Responsibilities:

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Recommending, building, and establishing processes and procedures to maintain enterprise systems in multiple environments
• Recommending, selecting, and implementing security, policies, procedures, and tools in conjunction with the company’s security team
• Managing and maintaining Data Center systems and Enterprise Applications to include VMWare host, NetApp storage, Windows and Linux servers and various management applications
• Monitoring system performance, utilization, and trending to ensure system availability, reliability, redundancy and sufficient capacity
• Administrating and maintaining system software to support the system environment (upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations)
• Providing Level-2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
• Working within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure
• Coordinating support and maintenance activities with outside vendors and contractors
• Working with users and other personnel for problem resolution
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of systems administration experience

• CompTIA Security+ is required
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related subject or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Microsoft and other Cloud environments
• Networking - Good operating knowledge of networking concepts:
• Switching
• Routing
• Firewalls
• Deep understanding of an array of Enterprise compute system such as:
• VMWare ESX/vSphere data center virtualization technologies
• Enterprise storage systems such as NetApp storage systems
• Enterprise backup systems such as Veeam system backup implementations
• Windows server domains
• RedHat, Centos, Ubuntu Linux server

Preferred Qualifications:

• Package building and deploying with MECM
• InTune/EndPoint Management
• Jira ITSM/ITOM or other ITIL based tool in an enterprise environment
• Hands-on experience with the following:

• Manage Engine AD Manger Plus, AD Patch Manager Plus, AD Audit Plus, Desktop Central, etc.
• Microsoft MECM
• PDQ Automation Software
• Nagios Network and Server monitoring
• PowerShell
• SAML Authentication via Microsoft Azure
• DUO Multifactor Authentication
• Group Policy
• Domain\M365 administration
• Security and Compliance including NIST 800-53, DISA STIG and/or CMMC

Location:

This position is based out of ARKA’s nature abundant Aurora, CO campus. Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.

This position is based out of ARKA’s Colorado Springs, CO campus. If you like city life, but also enjoy the great outdoors, Colorado Springs is the place for you. The city rests at the base of Pikes Peak. The 14,115-foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and plenty of sunshine, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities. The city is also known for its robust high-tech and sports industries. We are home to the U.S. Air Force Academy and four military bases and with the Olympic Training Center and dozens of sports federations nearby, it’s common to spot world-class athletes around town.

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

This position is based out of ARKA’s King of Prussia, PA campus.  Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.

This position can be remote, with the preference for to be nearby an ARKA office site

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages.
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts.
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions.
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Continuing education benefit up to $25,000/year for approved programs.
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance.
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance.
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA Group L.P. 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 identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.