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System Administrator, AIM

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About DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company.

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a full-time Systems Administrator to join us.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Server administration of Windows and Linux systems with a focus on the former.
Advanced administration of Windows Active Directory, including trusts, functional levels, and migrations.
Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary.
Monitor system/server resources including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability
Understanding of IIS and related Web technologies
Ability to perform all aspects of systems and server administrations activities including performing server, installation of software, upgrading of software, configuration management and general system maintenance.
Capacity to analyze and diagnose server problems and recommend corrective measures.
Experience interfacing with vendors to resolve system configurations, problems, and other issues.
Understanding of network and server design/implementation and ability to suggest modifications for the purpose of improving performance and reliability.
Ability to record all relevant design and implementation diagrams, schemas and documents clearly and succinctly.
Experience in hardware, software, and communication products/services acquisition
Experience with Agile SCRUM methodology, ceremonies and artifacts.
Manages vulnerability reports and remediates as required
Develops and submits change requests and tracks to completion for software upgrades and patches.
Experience installing SSL certificates on Windows

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience:

Seven (7) years of experience as a Systems Engineer or System Administrator at a senior level
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering or a related field
Competent to work in all areas of System Administration on MS Stack

Required and Desired Skills/Certifications:

Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) or equivalent
Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA) or equivalent
Working experience of Enterprise Administration on Microsoft Stack
Hands-on experience with VMware-VSphere
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Working Knowledge of Basic Linux and Unix servers (command line)
Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server

Location: this position requires the person to report to either of these addresses, The AIM Sys Admin is required to work at both locations, and from week to week at any mix of the two:

WMATA Eisenhower Office Bldg., 2395 Mill Rd., Alexandria VA 22314

WMATA Carmen Turner Facility (CTF), 3500 Pennsy Drive, Landover MD 20785

Min Citizenship Status Required: H1B

Physical Requirements: This position requires the individual to be on site to perform their duties.

Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. As such, we offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with a number of our award winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing:

Community – Blood drives, volunteering opportunities, Holiday parties, summer picnics, Tech Chef, Octoberfest just to name a few ways DMI comes together as a community.
Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel and many other items to provide convenience.
Development – Annual performance management, continuing education and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.
Financial – Generous 401k match for both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.
Recognition – Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgement through Give-A-Wow, employee referral bonuses.
Wellness – Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, on-site lactation rooms provide employees with several wellness options.

Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company.

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What You Should Know About System Administrator, AIM, DMI

Are you ready to elevate your career as a System Administrator at DMI in Landover? Here’s your chance to join a company that genuinely cares about your well-being and professional growth. As a System Administrator, you'll dive into the dynamic world of server administration, predominantly working with Windows and some Linux systems. You'll get hands-on with the advanced administration of Windows Active Directory, managing everything from trusts to migrations while ensuring consistent upgrades and patches to keep our systems running smoothly. Your days will involve monitoring system performance, diagnosing issues, and recommending improvements to enhance both server reliability and performance. You’ll also interface with vendors to resolve configurations and problems, which further broadens your already impressive skill set. DMI is not just about work; it's about community and personal development. We offer fantastic perks like virtual health visits, tuition assistance, and even fun community events. Here, your achievements won't go unnoticed; we celebrate our team's successes. With a strong belief in collaboration and career advancement, DMI is the perfect place to take your career to the next level. If you have the required experience and qualifications, we want to hear from you, as the System Administrator role at DMI could be your next big opportunity!

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What are the key responsibilities of a System Administrator at DMI?

As a System Administrator at DMI, you'll be responsible for server administration across Windows and Linux systems, primarily focusing on Windows. You'll handle advanced tasks such as managing Active Directory, applying OS patches, monitoring system resources, and performing installation and configuration management. Your role is critical in ensuring system performance and availability, and you'll also be expected to interface with vendors for resolving configurations and issues.