• Sr. Mac Infrastructure Specialist

    CyberData Technologies (Rockville, MD)


    Job Title: System Administrator

     

    CyberData Technologies is seeking a System Administrator to manage and optimize Mac systems and virtual infrastructure. This role involves planning, monitoring, and supervising systems operations to ensure efficiency, performance, and compliance with organizational guidelines.

    Responsibilities:

    + Supervise and manage the daily configuration and operation of Mac systems and virtual infrastructure.

    + Oversee system operations to optimize resource utilization and performance.

    + Plan and monitor system capacity analysis and ensure scalability.

    + Manage Nutanix server clusters running VMware vSphere.

    + Monitor and address virtual infrastructure performance issues.

    + Analyze and optimize resource usage within the virtual environment.

    + Perform regular updates, patches, and backups following NIH security guidelines and vendor recommendations.

    + Manage the hardware lifecycle, including procurement, maintenance, and decommissioning, in line with ITMB standards.

    + Assess existing infrastructure and recommend improvements to enhance system performance.

    + Develop and implement strategies to optimize Mac system integration and operations.

    + Plan and monitor user assistance efforts to ensure accessibility and efficient use of business systems.

    + Provide training and support to users as needed.

    Qualifications:

    Experience:

    + Minimum of five (5) years of experience in managing Mac infrastructure and virtual environments.

    + Experience with VMware vSphere and Nutanix server clusters.

    Technical Expertise:

    + Advanced knowledge of Mac operating systems and enterprise-level system management.

    + Proficiency with virtualization technologies, including VMware and Nutanix.

    + Familiarity with performance monitoring tools and security protocols.

    Certifications (Preferred):

    + Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)

    + VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)

    + Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)

    Skills:

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

    + Excellent planning, supervisory, and organizational skills.

    + Effective communication and user support capabilities.