Server Lead
Core
Lead enterprise server administration, virtualization, storage, backup/recovery, and disaster-recovery operations for highly available government systems.
Role type
Senior IC Server Lead (Infrastructure)
Builds
Secure, highly available virtual infrastructure and backup/recovery platforms for federal enterprise systems
Domain
US Federal Government / IT Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
VMware ESXi/vCenter/vSphere/vSAN administration, Windows Server and Linux/RHEL system administration, enterprise SAN/storage management, backup and recovery operations, disaster-recovery planning, technical leadership, RPO/RTO management
Preferred skills
Automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible), classified systems support, STIG implementation, infrastructure observability tools (VMware Aria, iDRAC, iLO)
Technologies
VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, Red Hat OpenShift, Windows Server, Linux/RHEL, Cohesity, Dell PowerProtect Data Manager, vProxy, DD Boost, NDMP, S3-compatible storage
Responsibilities
Lead systems administration and maintenance for ESXi hosts, virtual machines, and system-level applications; Direct hardware installation, troubleshooting, patching, and 24/7 operational support; Perform system analysis, design virtual infrastructure, and document SOPs; Operate and validate enterprise backup/recovery capabilities and restoration procedures; Support disaster-recovery, COOP events, and infrastructure reconstitution; Coordinate server and storage activities with CIO, government leads, and cybersecurity personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities