Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Systems and Storage Administrator to support the design, administration, and lifecycle management of our hybrid cloud and on-premises IT infrastructure. This is a part-time position requiring residence in the Hampton, Virginia or Huntsville, Alabama area.

The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Windows and Linux systems administration, SAN/NAS storage, backup and recovery, and hybrid cloud architectures (AWS & Azure). This individual will also assist in system architecture planning, documentation, and contribute to automation and infrastructure as code (IaC) initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Administration of Windows and Linux servers across on-premises and cloud environments.
Manage enterprise storage solutions (SAN/NAS), including capacity planning, performance tuning, and lifecycle management.
Design and execute backup and recovery strategies; perform regular recovery testing to validate resilience.
Support and enhance AWS and Azure IaaS workloads and hybrid integrations.
Administer and optimize Active Directory environments, including Group Policy, OU structure, and identity integration with cloud platforms.
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent tools.
Write and maintain automation scripts in Python, Bash, and PowerShell to streamline system management tasks.
Provide support and leadership in systems architecture planning and lifecycle management.
Oversee and improve systems, ensuring seamless and secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.
Maintain comprehensive systems documentation and contribute to IT knowledge base and process documentation.
Manage system-related asset tracking and support corporate Asset Management practices.
Align work with ITIL and Agile methodologies to enhance service delivery, change management, and incident response processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams and business stakeholders to meet technical and operational objectives.

Required Qualifications

Residence in or ability to commute to Hampton, VA or Huntsville, AL as required for on-site work.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Years of experience may be substituted for degree.
5+ years of experience in Windows and Linux systems administration.
3+ years of experience with enterprise SAN/NAS storage administration.
Proven experience designing and executing backup and recovery processes.
Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure IaaS services and hybrid cloud integration.
Proficient in Active Directory administration and security.
Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks and automation scripting using Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
Solid understanding of systems networking (routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, VPN).
Experience with systems architecture, capacity planning, and performance optimization.
Ability to develop and maintain clear and detailed systems documentation.
Familiarity with Asset Management best practices and tools.
Working knowledge of ITIL framework and Agile methodologies.
Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications in Windows/Linux systems administration
Certifications in Storage management
AWS/Azure certifications
ITIL/Agile certifications
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, CMMC, or ISO 27001.
Experience implementing high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.

Salary is DOE: $38.13 - $65 Hourly in part-time wages

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.

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