Job Description
Acara solution is looking for Computer Systems Analyst for our client located in Sunnyvale, CA
- Develops computer systems specifications that address business requirements and that fit with the company's system architecture standards.
- Establishes and documents system parameters and formats, ensures hardware and software systems compatibility, and coordinates or modifies system parameters in terms of existing and projected computer capacity and capabilities.
- Revises existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage.
- Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format.
- Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
- Support multiple networks.
- Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed in a timely manner.
- Analyze internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.
- Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
- Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis.
- Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.
- Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
- Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
- Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, system components.
- Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
- Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
- Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
- Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security.
- Report project status as Need Knowledge for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
- Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.
Pay and Benefits
- The Salary for this position is per between $23.72 and $29.65 hour (Max Pay rate).
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 2 years' Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture
- Minimum of 2 years' Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked or standalone environment.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- CISCO CCNA, or CCNP
- Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
- Experience with NAS storage device (preferably NetApp) administration (ONTAP 8.x or higher; CDOT).
- Solid understanding of Enterprise-level storage concepts to include all commonly used RAID-levels.
- Windows domain architecture experience
- Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems
- Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions
- VMWare experience with current version 7+
- Install and configure Cisco routers, switches and firewalls
- Experience troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems
- Experience with Cisco routers, switches, IPS/IDS, and firewalls
- Ability to design and troubleshoot VPNs
- Experience with Palo Alto IDS/IPS
- Experience with Certification & Accreditation process.
- Ability to be cleared to Special Access Programs (SAP).
- IAM Level I certification (ex: Security+ CE) or greater
Additional Information:
- Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
- Active Secret DoD Clearance
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the needed employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
- Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.