Systems Administrator Expert - Disaster Recovery

General Dynamics Information Technology

Washington, DC Posted 1/15/2025 Full Time

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Systems Administration

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Backup and Recovery (Software), Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery (DR)

Certifications:

None

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator Expert - Disaster Recovery with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.


At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Administrator Expert - Disaster Recovery you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Systems Administrator Expert - Disaster Recovery joining our team to evolve and maintain network infrastructure for the Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration.

HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR EXPERT - DISASTER RECOVERY MAKE AN IMPACT:


• Responsible for the administration, maintenance and support of the organization’s IT systems and infrastructure including managing servers, ensuring system availability and implementing solutions to improve system performance and security. Expertise in Backup Configuration and Monitoring.
• Designs and administers programs to include policies, standards, guidelines, training programs, and a viable quality assurance process for disaster recovery. Collaborates with stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements and provide appropriate solutions.
• Oversees and reviews the testing and implementation of software, data systems, and data networks to ensure that the integrity and security of all electronic data and data systems are adequately protected.
• Facilitates the preparation of an organization-wide business resumption plan.
• Assists in the coordination and establishment of disaster recovery programs and business resumption planning across mainframe and client server platforms.
• Develops, manages and tests backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Coordinates and monitors simulation testing across all platforms.
• Designs and administers programs to include policies, standards, guidelines, training programs, and a viable quality assurance process for disaster recovery.
• Develops and maintains disaster recovery plans for critical systems and services.
• Participates in disaster recover drills and business continuity planning.
• May assist in the development of IT policies and procedures.
• May serve as a team lead. May manage project timelines, budgets and resources.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:


• Education:

  • Master’s Degree (substitutions will be based on additional years of experience)


• Required Experience:

  • 15+ years of related experience


• Required Technical Skills:

  • Demonstated System Administration, IT Systems and Infrastructure, IT Maintenance, Backup and Disaster Recovery, IT System Monitoring, Technical Documentation


• Security Clearance Level:

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Possess Q or TS level clearance (or their equivalency) with the ability to obtain a Q level clearance
    • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain such clearance as a condition of employment

• Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Proficient Written and Oral Communication; Organization, Problem Solving, Communication, and Teamwork.


• Location:

  • This role requires to be on-site in Washington, DC



GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:


• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $158,846 - $214,910. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA DC Washington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT 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, or any other protected class.
JOB LOCATION:
Washington, DC 20036

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