[Asis-l] Position Available: Systems Administrator for Federal Library (Washington DC)

[Patty De Anda]

LAC is looking for Systems Administrator to work on contract at a federal library in the Washington DC area. The Administrator will provide all aspects of computer systems administration in a heterogeneous computing environment. Operating systems include Sun Solaris 9/10 and Windows (Windows 2003 Server and XP Professional). 
 
Responsibilities:
* Provide operational support of the UNIX (SUN SOLARIS) and Microsoft Windows (including Active Directory)computing environment including hardware installations, upgrades, OS and application software installations and upgrades, security monitoring and patches, backup and recovery administration, maintaining users and peripheral equipment, troubleshooting system and application issues.
* Provide LAN troubleshooting and support.
* Provide technical recommendations for information systems operations in the UNIX (SUN SOLARIS) environment. Implement modifications to increase system capacity. Analyze the results of performance and systems management software and recommend changes to improve processing and utilization.
* Perform all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect or recover systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. Maintain and update security information, and certification and accreditation packages to meet the agencies policies.
* Function as an Alternate Computer Security Officer.
* Provide PC technical support as needed (SW & HW).
* Participate in evaluation, selection, and installation of computer hardware and software packages; evaluate and make recommendations on state-of-the-art technology improvements 
* Maintain and develop system documentation, policies, and procedures that promote optimal use of computer resources
 
Required Qualifications:
* BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or relevant technical discipline (equivalent experience may be considered) 
* 3+ years experience in systems administration.
* Extensive knowledge of UNIX (SUN SOLARIS 9/10) operating systems.
* Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Windows 2003 Server and Active Directory.
* Extensive knowledge of backup, web server, and document software (e.g., Veritas Netbackup, Apache, Tomcat, Microsoft Office suite). 
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to manage diverse tasks and professionally interact with users and vendors and to work effectively and cooperatively on a team project.
* Must be able to work varied schedules to accommodate system maintenance or upgrades. 
* Lifting and relocation of computer equipment (must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.).
* Must be a U.S. Citizen.
 
Desired Qualifications:
* Systems Administration and Network/Security certifications desired. 
* Networking skills desired. 
* Knowledge of shell scripting, MySQL, PHP, Perl, SharePoint, proxy servers, and web analysis applications are desired
* Knowledge of Macintosh OS X. 
* Knowledge of Library software such as SirsiDynix Unicorn, ILLiad, etc.
 
Compensation / To Apply
 
* Competitive compensation;
* Please email resume and cover letter to Marcy Johnson, marcy at libraryassociates.com. Please include the job title in your resume and cover letter. EOE