Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Job I.D. 3701)

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.

paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

Mar 07, 2025

Position:
Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Job I.D. 3701)

Location:

San Antonio-Lackland Airforce Base, TX

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id:
3701

# of Openings:
1

Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator

This position is contingent upon contract funding

Purpose:

Valkyrie Enterprises has need for a Senior Computer Network Architect who will provide network and I.T. design support at San Antonio-Lackland Airforce Base, TX, 78236.

Job Description:

This position will provide essential network administration capabilities in support of JBSA Lackland AFB in Texas

Network Administrator Summary:

Provide day-to-day administration, security, enhancement and documentation of internal network. Provides prompt IT support and assistance with a variety of day-to-day tasks to support the IT team and staff with security, enhancement and documentation of the network. This position also requires hurricane recovery and emergency outage response.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversees overall network security. Ensures protection from viruses or other security threats, corrupt data and maintain system backups.
Communicates hardware/software problems with outside support personnel, i.e.: vendors and technical support representatives.
Implements new server and network hardware and corresponding software solutions.
Maintains agency-wide server system to ensure servers are stable, software is updated with appropriate patches and downtime is minimized.
Ensures that all network systems are functioning and communicating properly. Systems include server hardware, server software, firewalls, routers, network switches, VPN devices, cabling (Ethernet and fiber optics), wireless routers, and other related network systems.
Tracks system's end of life and specifies replacements when needed.
Manages and supports e-mail, database servers, virtualization servers, video conferencing and implements secure Internet access where needed throughout the organization.
Researches and recommends hardware/software purchases. Participates in assessment of needs in order to select and purchase appropriate hardware/software to integrate with the existing base. Creates, distributes and awards RFPs as necessary. Issues and assesses RFI as necessary.
Documents existing systems and formulates comprehensive plans for the implementation of new systems.
Performs regular inventories of existing IT equipment & reports any discrepancy to Program Manager
Provides assistance and guidance to IT Technicians as needed.
Other duties as assigned to include assisting Help Desk and IT Equipment Custodians.

Qualifications

Must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the field of Management of Information Systems including experience with Windows. Extensive network engineering and troubleshooting experience is required.
Must possess an advanced understanding of networking protocols & procedures.
Must possess experience with tier 1 network hardware in a production environment.
Must possess advanced understanding of Microsoft OS & applications, including server applications, i.e. Exchange in a production environment.
Must have extensive experience with hardware/software troubleshooting and analysis.
Must demonstrate initiative, the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and determine priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must have excellent people skills; communication and familiarity with a customer support environment are crucial.
IAT Level III Certification

Desired Qualifications

TS/SCI security clearance
Unix/Linux and/or Windows Server Administration Certifications

Security Requirements

TS/SCI security clearance

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $43 - $53 per hour

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