Systems Administrator – Windows
| Company | Bowhead |
|---|---|
| Location | Dahlgren, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Three (3) or more years of professional experience.
- High School Diploma required or BA/BS degree preferred
- Demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills along with strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Must have the ability to multi-task and assist others to resolve IT related issues is essential.
- Must have knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and administration of computer systems in a LAN/WAN environment.
- Requires a strong understanding of current Microsoft supported Windows operating systems.
- Requires a high level of competency in both written and oral communications skills is strongly desired with ability to work in a team environment.
- DoD Directive 8570.1 Information Assurance Technical Level II certification required (i.e., Security+ CE, GSEC, SSCP, or CCNA-Security).
- Familiarity with the Department of Defense (DOD) networking and security accreditation processes and procedures is required.
- A working knowledge of Windows Active Directory is required.
- A working knowledge of current Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Responsibilities
- Answering questions about installation, operation, configuration, customization and usage of assigned products installed on Windows 10 Computers.
- Applying advanced diagnostic techniques to identify problems, investigate causes and recommend solutions to correct common failures.
- Specific support consists of troubleshooting hardware, software, and network related issues encountered by users.
- Hardware support includes, but not limited to Intel x86 based PCs, overhead projectors, soft boards, telecommunications, laser and inkjet printers, scanners, and Common Access Cards (CAC).
- Software support includes, but not limited to Windows operating systems currently supported by Microsoft, Microsoft Office Suite, and various specialty engineering and scientific development tools.
- Installation of new software releases, system upgrades, evaluation and installation of patches and to resolve software related issues and Information Assurance Vulnerabilities (IAVs).
- Systems Administrator will coordinate with the Corporate IT Help Desk to maintain the established Incident Tickets and Change Request process to track support using Remedy.
- Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of the organizational mailbox to ensure that all users receive timely support in response to their requests for assistance.
- Maintain and develop IT related procedures required to support the organization.
- Support also includes working with the organizations Information Assurance Officer (IAO) for achieving system accreditation.
- Provide recommendation to future IT needs of the organization.
- Maintain data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.
- Assist in the preparation of a monthly progress and status report.
Preferred Qualifications
- An understanding of Linux operating systems is desirable; but not required.