General Dynamics Information Technology · 3 hours ago
Windows System Administrator
USA TX San Antonio
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $126K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to major agencies across the U.S. government. They are seeking a Windows System Administrator responsible for supporting the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft products, while also providing leadership and training to lower-level administrators.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft products used by the supported organization
This also includes helping architect and analyze the integration of Windows Operating Systems and Office productivity and collaboration suites within the customer network models
Requires active participation in decisions about buying hardware or software to deploy, maintain, upgrade, and operate the organization’s daily operating environment
Works on complex problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation and analysis of various factors involving the interoperability of Windows OS and productivity applications
Provides work leadership and training to lower-level administrators regarding supported products
Requires expert knowledge of how Microsoft software interacts within the customer LAN/WAN systems, networks, and other security applications
The administrator in this position will support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and Military Compartments efforts
The position will provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and SAP activities
Installing and maintaining Windows Server and desktop operating systems and related COTS products systems support
Building and hardening Windows servers and establishing configuration baselines
Implementing, maintaining and updating a Windows infrastructure including domain controllers
Experience working in an organization with complex, intertwined systems and data flows
Experience with domain account management, mainly via Active Directory and LDAP
Ability to manage a large, complex server environment, including multiple versions of OS
Experience with Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and Access Control Service (ACS)
Experience with Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook
Monitoring system performance to support capacity planning
Implementing and monitoring system backups and disaster recovery
Supporting architecture design analysis for technology refresh
Planning, implementing, evaluating and effectively communicating complex system problem identifying potential resolution courses of action
Maintaining awareness of and participating in planning and executing upgrades and patches for operating systems and COTS cybersecurity software/tools
Strong scripting experience, especially PowerShell, VB, etc., to develop, test, and deploy scripts used to automate routine and complex tasks
Researching and resolving operating system problems efficiently and accurately while adhering to organizational standards and practices
Troubleshooting operating system problems and collaborating with other teams (e.g., application development, network, etc.) to resolve issues across the organization
Planning, testing, installing, integrating, and maintaining new and upgraded versions of operating systems
Managing operating system lifecycles
Applying all appropriate security and firmware patches promptly and assisting in creating, maintaining, and adhering to the organization’s patch management plans
Maintaining and updating documentation on the operating system configuration and all other areas of responsibility
Provide user product support and troubleshooting (workstation, account, and system)
Provide support for examination, testing, and deployment of operating systems, and software patches/updates
Familiarity with DoD policy as it applies to implementing and executing system and network administration
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
Qualification
Required
Top Secret/SCI clearance level must currently possess
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph clearance level must be able to obtain
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required
Microsoft Exchange Server
Microsoft PowerShell
Systems Administrator
Windows System Administration
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
IAT Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.) certification
TS/SCI required
Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware
Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources
Experience working in an organization with complex, intertwined systems and data flows
Experience with domain account management, mainly via Active Directory and LDAP
Ability to manage a large, complex server environment, including multiple versions of OS
Experience with Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and Access Control Service (ACS)
Experience with Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook
Monitoring system performance to support capacity planning
Implementing and monitoring system backups and disaster recovery
Supporting architecture design analysis for technology refresh
Planning, implementing, evaluating and effectively communicating complex system problem identifying potential resolution courses of action
Maintaining awareness of and participating in planning and executing upgrades and patches for operating systems and COTS cybersecurity software/tools
Strong scripting experience, especially PowerShell, VB, etc., to develop, test, and deploy scripts used to automate routine and complex tasks
Researching and resolving operating system problems efficiently and accurately while adhering to organizational standards and practices
Troubleshooting operating system problems and collaborating with other teams (e.g., application development, network, etc.) to resolve issues across the organization
Planning, testing, installing, integrating, and maintaining new and upgraded versions of operating systems. Managing operating system lifecycles
Applying all appropriate security and firmware patches promptly and assisting in creating, maintaining, and adhering to the organization's patch management plans
Maintaining and updating documentation on the operating system configuration and all other areas of responsibility
Provide user product support and troubleshooting (workstation, account, and system)
Provide support for examination, testing, and deployment of operating systems, and software patches/updates
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certifications
Benefits
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holiday
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
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