Job Title: Systems Manager

The Systems Manager is responsible for maintaining the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems by coordinating with network engineers, managing system resources, and ensuring robust security protocols. This role involves monitoring system performance, installing software, managing user accounts, and making strategic recommendations for hardware and software purchases. The Systems Manager will also develop policies, maintain documentation, and may mentor less experienced staff.

Key Responsibilities: Ensure the efficient operation of multi-user computer systems through collaboration with network engineers. Monitor and manage system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times, to optimize performance. Administer system security, including creating and managing user profiles and accounts. Set up administrator accounts, maintain system documentation, and tune system performance. Install system-wide software and allocate mass storage space. Interact with users to address technical issues and evaluate vendor products. Recommend hardware and software purchases, coordinate installations, and provide backup and recovery solutions. Develop and enforce policies and standards for computing resource allocation. May mentor and oversee less experienced IT staff.

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with 2-4 years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree in a related field with 0-2 years of experience, OR High School diploma with 8-10 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of system administration, including resource monitoring and security protocols. Experience with software installation, system performance tuning, and backup/recovery processes. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with users effectively. Familiarity with evaluating vendor products and coordinating hardware/software installations. Preferred Qualifications: Experience mentoring or leading junior staff. Knowledge of network engineering principles. Familiarity with developing IT policies and standards. Certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), or equivalent. Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are also a proud member of the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) and a recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program