System Administrator 5066-01

As a System Administrator at Delaware Nation Investments, your primary responsibilities include installing operating system software, managing patches and upgrades, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, configuring and optimizing system performance, conducting backups, and performing server builds. Your role is crucial in maintaining uninterrupted IT functionality for USSOCOM operations.

To qualify for the System Administrator position at Delaware Nation Investments, candidates are required to possess a Top Secret Security Clearance, a Security+ or equivalent certification, and a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience. Additionally, 3-5 years of relevant experience in the field is expected, alongside preferred certifications such as MCSA, MCSE, or SCSA.

In the System Administrator role at Delaware Nation Investments, travel will be required occasionally to support operational efforts. This travel may include visiting client sites or other locations to implement or troubleshoot IT systems as part of ensuring mission success for USSOCOM operations.

Preferred certifications for the System Administrator position at Delaware Nation Investments include MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert), or SCSA (Solaris Certified Systems Administrator). Having these certifications can enhance your qualifications and demonstrate your technical proficiency to potential employers.

A Top Secret Security Clearance is vital for a System Administrator at Delaware Nation Investments because the role involves handling sensitive information critical to national security operations. This clearance ensures that you can manage IT resources without compromising the integrity or confidentiality of USSOCOM operations.

When discussing your experience, emphasize specific instances where you've installed operating systems or performed upgrades in a live environment. Highlight your systematic approach to testing after upgrades and how you ensured minimal disruption to users.

Explain your troubleshooting process by beginning with identifying the problem using diagnostic tools. Discuss how you isolate potential causes, leverage logs, and collaborate with team members to resolve networking issues efficiently.

Discuss various backup strategies you've implemented, such as full, incremental, or differential backups. Mention any specific tools you’ve used for recovery and how you ensure backups are effective and tested regularly.

Provide a detailed example of a significant hardware issue you faced and the troubleshooting steps you took. Highlight your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to show how you arrived at a solution.

Discuss methods such as regular monitoring, implementing patch management, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Provide examples where you've successfully reinforced security measures.

Talk about any virtualization platforms you’ve worked with, such as VMware or Hyper-V, and how you utilized them for optimizing resources, improving uptime, and enhancing system security.

Describe your approach to monitoring server performance, including tools you use to track key metrics. Touch on how you analyze data to make informed adjustments for optimal performance.

Share your method for organizing tasks and prioritizing effectively, such as using project management tools, communicating with team stakeholders, and maintaining flexibility to adapt as needed.

Discuss how you interact with other departments, such as collaborating with network engineers or developers. Highlight specific projects where teamwork led to successful system implementations or troubleshooting.

Mention your commitment to continuous learning through online courses, attending workshops, reading industry publications, and participating in forums or local meetups to network with other professionals.