System Administrator

• Provide system administration expertise on the ALMSS System
• Support a team of C# developers modernizing a legacy Supply Chain Management solution supporting USAF weapon systems
• Administer IBM i OS V7R5/S914 development and production servers, including end-user support, security monitoring, database administration, configuration, software enhancements, patch processes, and backup/recovery
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve production and development server connectivity issues
• Analyze server error logs and report potential problems, engaging necessary parties for resolution
• Monitor server activity logs and recommend improvements to server performance and availability
• Monitor server security posture to conform to AFNET requirements
• Maintain platform-related documentation per AFMC requirements
• Ensure production server security posture is current and web interface certificates meet AFNET criteria
• Maintain accurate network policies and remote-user network-interface information
• Utilize IBM i S914 HMC to manage server configuration
• Support IBM i, Integrated File System, DB/2, middleware, document control, barcode, encryption, reporting, email, and file-conversion applications
• Support IBM S914 POWER server architecture, IBM TS4300 Tape Library, and IBM 7063/7042 Hardware Management Consoles
• Participate in the CompTIA Continuing Education program to maintain Security+ skill level
• Travel to the customer site at Warner Robins Air Force Base

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Master's degree with 6 years of related experience
• U.S. citizenship
• Active DoD secret security clearance
• Security+ certification
• Familiarity with DLMS schemas used in logistics systems
• Background with Department of Defense (DoD) acronyms pertaining to supply systems
• Experience with DoD and/or USAF policies and procedures pertaining to logistics operations
• Experience with Integrated Logistics System-Supply (ILS-S) base supply ordering, receiving, storage and issues processes and procedures
• Experience with USAF spare parts procurement and acquisition processes and methodologies
• Prior experience with interface partners and external systems that interact with a base supply operation and general knowledge of the types of transactions shared between those systems
• Proven ability to communicate with software developers in technical terms and customers in layman's terms
• Ability to create and deliver oral presentations to customers describing functionality of user interface screens and ad-hoc query capabilities pertaining to logistics
• Proven ability to advise government customers in meetings and working groups where external interface partners request information from the supported logistics system
• Experience with testing logistics software, especially within DoD environments (preferred)
• Experience with USAF Air Logistics Center depot supply ordering, receiving, storage and issues processes and procedures (preferred)
• Familiarity with MILSTRIP formats used in logistics systems (preferred)
• Familiarity with government-audited logistics system inventory process areas (preferred)
• Reliability, strong organizational and time management skills, multitasking, and timely follow-up
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Focus on providing quality support and accurate information

Demonstrates expertise in system administration for ALMSS and IBM i OS V7R5/S914, with a strong focus on security monitoring, database administration, and compliance with AFNET requirements. Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and customers, ensuring quality support in logistics operations.

• System Administration Expertise
• IBM i OS V7R5/S914 Management
• Security+ Certification
• DoD Logistics Experience
• Communication Skills

• C# Development Support
• Database Administration
• Server Configuration Management
• Error Log Analysis
• Backup/Recovery Processes
• Performance Monitoring
• Patch Management
• Logistics Software Testing
• MILSTRIP Familiarity
• DLMS Schema Knowledge

• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Multitasking
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication

• Security+ Certification

• Department of Defense
• USAF Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Integrated Logistics System-Supply
• AFNET Compliance

• IBM i S914 HMC
• DB/2
• Integrated File System
• IBM TS4300 Tape Library
• IBM 7063/7042 Hardware Management Consoles