Senior Lead Server Engineer

The Senior Lead Server Engineer who will provide technical leadership on major Datacenter tasks or infrastructure assignments and establish goals and plans that meet program/project objectives.The Senior Lead Server Engineer will plan and lead major technology assignments, evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting short-term projectgrowth and successThe Senior Lead Server Engineer will function as a technical expert across multiple project assignmentsThis position performs systems engineering throughout the entire system life cycle to support datacenter modernizationDevelops understanding of customer's organization, goals, business needs, and enterprise architectures and systems. Establishes system development and integration methodologies and standards such as the ELCM Facilitate the collection, storage, security and integrity of electronic data while ensuring appropriate access. Continually assess the technology needs of government Select and introduce technologies which will further the mission and prepare for Cloud ServicesProvide excellent 3rd level support, and innovation in the delivery of information technology services such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS)Monitor all servers/services, core applications and test procedures for recovery from catastrophic failure of equipment and/or applications. Support Contingency Operations (COOP) and Disaster Recovery Program (DRP)Monitor datacenter environment and maintain hardware inventory of all racks. ImplementCapital Equipment Replacement Program (CERP) to better manage equipment replacement at a more manageable paceDevelops system architectures that adhere to the Enterprise Architecture. Develops user requirements and ensures that business solutions are consistent with client strategic goalsand investment decisionsEmploys best practice processes in the design, development, integration, and implementation of systems. Applies business process improvement practices to reengineer business processes, principles, and methodologiesImplements state-of-the-practice systems and technology in the client environment, using leading-edge approaches, concepts, and ideas. Researches and evaluates system designs to select appropriate technology and ensure efficient use of resources.The Senior Lead Server Engineer will be expected to supervise others.The Senior Lead Server Engineer is required to be onsite at government building in downtown Washington, DC three (3) days per week.The Senior Lead Server Engineer shall:Possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or other relevant discipline or related fieldHave a minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in the related area as an individual contributor Possess a base-level certification, such as A+, Security+, or Network+Possess a Core certification within their functional area, such as Server (MCSA, MCSP,MCSE, Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate), VMware Professional, VMware Advanced Professional, VMware Specialist