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Koniag IT Systems LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Server Administrator to support KITS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This is a hybrid opportunity that requires 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. 
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

We are looking for a highly qualified, experienced, and self-motivated individual to perform the duties of a Server Administrator to support a federal client located in Washington, DC.

The ideal Server Administrator will support our IT infrastructure operations. This role focuses on day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of server systems. 

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include but are not limited to:
The Server Administrator will be responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, and performance of server systems. Primary responsibilities include: 

• Perform daily server administration tasks and routine maintenance.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows server environments.
• Monitor server performance and respond to alerts.
• Implement server patches and security updates.
• Create and manage user accounts and access permissions.
• Manage Active Directory services and Group Policy Objects.
• Configure and verify backup operations and test restores.
• Troubleshoot server hardware and software issues.
• Create and update server documentation.
• Support server virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).
• Assist with server deployments and migrations.
• Support application installation and configuration on servers.
• Implement security controls according to organizational policies.
• Provide technical support for escalated server-related issues.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years' experience in server administration.
• 2+ years' experience with Windows Server operating systems.
• Experience with virtualization technologies.

Required Skills and Competencies: 

• Solid knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (2016, 2019, 2022).
• Experience with Active Directory administration.
• Understanding of server virtualization concepts and technologies.
• Knowledge of backup and recovery processes.
• Basic scripting capabilities (PowerShell, Batch).
• Experience with server monitoring tools.
• Understanding of networking concepts (IP addressing, DNS, DHCP).
• Basic knowledge of storage concepts (local storage, SAN, NAS).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Base-level certification (CompTIA A+, Security+, or Network+). 

Desired Skills and Competencies: 

• Experience in government IT environments.
• Microsoft certification (MCSA or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Linux server administration.
• Experience with server clustering and high availability.
• Understanding of security best practices for server environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and practices.
• Experience with change management procedures. 

Security Requirements:

• This position requires a Criminal background check.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
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