System Architect CO

Job Title: System Architect -5046 Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80914 Job Salary: $155,000-165,000 Job Summary Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the System Architect position and to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This lead position will provide data center client- server architecture support focusing on design, specification, integration, implementation and upgrade of enterprise-wide, large-scale data center client-server infrastructure operating on complex distributed networks of multiple classifications, integrated with DoD C2 systems, and associated information assurance processes/procedures. In addition, will provide end user computing solutions focusing on design, specification, integration and implementation and of enterprise-wide, large-scale Multi-Level System architecture on complex distributed networks with multiple classification enclaves and integrated with DoD C2 systems utilizing associated information assurance processes/procedures. Skills / Experience RequiredActive Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)3+ years of experience as System Architect & Information System Lead supporting a DOD program of similar in size and scope5+ years of hands-on professional experience as System Architect & Information System Lead for program/project of similar size and scope3+ years of hands-on professional experience with Everfox Trusted Thin Client (TTC)Active Directory Engineer services shall support the following policies and technologies:Windows Server, SCCM and SharePointPhysical/Virtual environments and toolsSecurity and Capacity managementDirectory migration and RecoveryDNS, DHCP, WINS, DFS, ADFS, PKI, GPOsIdentity managementProcess automation and improvementMultiple domains and ForestsApplying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Minimum Certifications Required: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate and/or Microsoft 365 Certified Administrator Expert.Data Center Client-Server Architecture services shall support the following policies and technologies:Desktop (client) hardware including thin client, zero client, virtual desktops, and remote desktop solutionsMicrosoft Windows architecturesRedHat Linux architecturesBlade server architecturesSoftware provisioningServer-client continuity of operations infrastructureVirtual server and client environmentsServer-client environmentsApplying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Minimum Certifications Required: Server+ or Linux+Virtual Desktop Infrastructures (VDI) services shall support the following policies and technologies:VMware ESXi 8, vCenter, vCloud, View, and ThinApp, and SRM.Desktop (client) hardware including thin clients, repurposed PCs and zero clientsNutanix software suite for VDI installationsVirtual desktops, storage environments and remote desktop solutionsHewlett Packard (HP) Proliant BL G7/G8 server series installation, advanced disk subsystem and networking configurationServer-client continuity of operations infrastructureMultiple backup and recovery technologies and Advanced Disk Functions (i.e. Cloning, Snapshots, Virtualization)Enterprise application thin-app packaging processes, distribution of thin-apps and associated best practicesDesktop pools, Personal Computer over Internet Protocol (PCoIP) technologies, thin- printing, linked and full clone implementationsModern components (connection server, agent, client, and composer)Flash memory-based network storage appliancesDistributed control systems securitySecuring virtual machines and disaster recovery planningApplying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Minimum Certifications Required: Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)Consolidated Desktop Infrastructure (CDI) services shall support the following policies and technologies:Everfox Trusted Thin Client (TTC) Software (design, installation, configuration, operation and maintenance)RedHat Enterprise Linux with SE Linux and trusted labeling extensions (installation, configuration, operation and maintenance)Familiarity with server and client hardware including thin and small form factor PCsUpdating firmware, changing Bios settings, Raid configurations etc.VMware/Nutanix View architecture and operationExperience with the interaction & operation of VDI services with Everfox Trusted Thin ClientWindows Server 2022 technology (AD/DNS/DHCP)Multi-Level Systems Information Assurance as pertaining to Documenting, Securing, Accreditation, and OperationTesting Multi-Level Systems including documentation and remediationApplying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Minimum Certifications Required: RHCSA or Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate and/or Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert.Cloud Engineering services shall support the following policies and technologies:Virtual desktops, storage environments and remote desktop solutionsVMware ESXi 8, vCenter, vRealize operations, vRealize OrchestratorDatacenter automation for deployment of Virtual and Physical server assetsIntegration with help desk ticketing systemsPowershell, Perl & C++Securing virtual machines and disaster recovery planningAPIs (REST), orchestration and automationApplying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Minimum Certifications Required: VMware Certified Specialist - VMware Cloud Foundation Deployment or Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI)Education / CertificationsMasters or bachelors degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or IT related fieldAny two of the four listed Microsoft exams listed below:Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Dynamic 365: FinanceOperations Apps Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Administrator ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect ExpertIASAEIIICISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEPBenefitsMedical, dental, vision, disability, and life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts401(k)PTOPaid Paternal leaveTuition reimbursementPaid federal holidaysSecurity Clearance Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information. Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary. Company Summary Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services. Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget." Company Employment Statement Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.