Job Information
Chenega Corporation Systems Administrator in Washington, District Of Columbia
Req ID: 33889
Summary
Systems Administrator
Washington, DC
Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!
Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) was created with the purpose of providing integrated enterprise IT support to Federal customers both CONUS and OCONUS. CARS employs Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with decades of experience working in the Federal marketplace.
Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) is currently seeking an experienced and technology agnostic Systems Administrator specializing in Tableau, SAS, and Socrata to oversee and optimize the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of our data analytics platforms. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of these systems while supporting business objectives through efficient data management and analytics. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise and strong problem-solving skills, with a commitment to delivering an exceptional user experience and will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving, and team-first environment.
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Tableau, SAS (both SAS 9.4 and SAS Viya), and Socrata environments.
Perform regular system updates, patching, and upgrades to ensure system security and compatibility.
Proactively monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
Manage user roles, permissions, and access levels to ensure data security and regulatory compliance.
Implement SSL certificates and secure authentication protocols to safeguard access to systems and data.
Support end-users on best practices, data access, and troubleshooting.
Conduct regular system audits and implement best practices for data security, adhering to organizational security standards and industry regulations.
Ensure that all data in transit and at rest is encrypted as needed, working with security teams to harden systems against unauthorized access.
Develop and maintain scripts for automating routine tasks, backups, monitoring, and system health checks.
Utilize Python, Shell, and PowerShell scripts to streamline operations and enhance process efficiency.
Work closely with data teams to optimize report generation, data loading times, and resource allocation across platforms.
Serve as the point of contact for troubleshooting and resolving complex issues within the Tableau, SAS, and Socrata environments.
Coordinate with IT and vendor support teams for timely issue resolution and escalation.
Lead projects related to system enhancements, upgrades, and migrations, including SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Data Engineering, BI, IT Security) to align system configurations with business needs.
Create and maintain documentation on system configuration, processes, and user guides for cross-departmental sharing.
Develop and monitor dashboards to track system health, usage, and critical alerts.
Generate and distribute regular reports on system performance, usage statistics, and incident logs to key stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Years of experience can substitute bachelor’s degree
Must have 12+ years of experience providing Service Management System administration services.
Minimum 5+ years of systems administration experience with Tableau Server, SAS, and Socrates.
Proven experience in managing enterprise-level analytics and BI platforms.
Must have experience managing SMS development activities and be proficient in applying the SDLC and DevOps principles.
Tableau Server Certified Associate or Professional or SAS Certified Platform Administrator for SAS 9 or Viya. Certifications in cloud computing (e.g., AWS, Azure) or security (e.g., CISSP) are a plus.
Ability to obtain Public Trust
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or PowerShell.
Solid understanding of data security, SSL/TLS certificate management, and encryption.
Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar IT service management tools.
Strong knowledge of SQL and database management for performance tuning.
Experience with cloud-based environments and virtualized server management is preferred.
Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues.
Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, previous customer service experience strongly desired.
Good problem-solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it
How you’ll grow
At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.
We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
Benefits
At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.
Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.
Chenega MIOS’s culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.
Corporate citizenship
Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.
Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.
Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/
Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team
We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links:
Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com
Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/
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Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $103,400.00/Yr. Up to USD $140,000.00/Yr.
Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Native preference under PL 93-638.
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