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Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared Systems Administrator joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Reston, VA.\n\nHOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT\n\nMaintains an organization's computer systems' workflows and is responsible for the upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of computer systems, As a Systems Administrator, you will work closely with both on-site and remote users to coordinate site visits and upgrades, provide on-site and remote resolution support for trouble calls, and provide TIER 1/2/3 support of Windows workstations and Windows/Linux servers, including Web servers, network attached storage devices, and stored data in support of business processing requirements.\nJob Duties:\nSystems administration of desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks. Desktop system management responsibilities involving account monitoring, security, Operating System (OS) installation, and other local area system administration related functions.\nProvide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems and management of system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems\nProvide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.\nProvide Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem identification, diagnosis and resolution\nProvide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers Provide Installation of PC hardware, Server hardware, and network connections\nInstall/load operating system and application software using PowerShell, PDQ, or MECM (SCCM) software deployment tools\nIsolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving the applications, the operating system, the hardware, the communications infrastructure, or any combination therefore\nTroubleshoot, maintain integrity and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.\nPerform software installations and upgrades to Windows operating systems and layered software packages and maintains them in accordance with established policies, procedures, licensing, and service level agreements; evaluation and installation of software/hardware patches and resolution of software related problems associated with COTS/GOTS products\nCreate and follow procedures to maintain and manage multiple linked databases including security, data safety and integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data import/exports.\nConduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center or end user equipment\nCommunicate/coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance windows with potentially impacted customers\nCollaborate and contribute to the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans\nEnsure systems are secure to STIG guidelines and security patches by reviewing ACAS scans and working with ISSO's to mitigate findings\nMaintain operational, configuration, and other standard operating procedures (SOPs). Document providing clear working and resolution notes to all tickets and issues worked in a support ticket.\nVerify system availability with existing Enterprise tools\n\nWHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:\nBachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.\nMust have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire\nTS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly\nMust be able to obtain System Administrator Accounts and access as required by customer within 90 days of hire\nRHEL, Windows, and/or Storage administration experience\nExperience working with trouble ticket reporting and tracking systems such as Service+\nAbility to respond to after hour calls “provide on-call support\"\nAbility to travel 0-20% to local area sites as well as other locations with similar architecture/footprint.\nStrong documentation skills, experience working with MS office products especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.\nStrong customer support and communication skills providing support to end users.\nAbility to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.\nPhysical Requirements:\nThe employee will need to be able to lift/move/carry equipment as necessary (max 65 pounds)\n\nDesired Skills:\nExperience in the imagery intelligence domain a plus\nAbility to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplines on Windows, and Linux systems\nKnowledge of the Customer's processes and procedures and of the Customer's production systems a plus\nAbility to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.\nAbility to function as a team member and independently\nPrefer skills in one or more of the following: Window desktop OS, Windows Server, Powershell, Red Hat, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain\nGeneral knowledge of database administration, network administration and possess network configuration management skills.\nMust maintain a valid US passport\n\nLocation: On Customer Site\nUS Citizenship Required\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE\nAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.\nGrowth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities\nSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals\nRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off\nCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace\n\nOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY\nExplore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.\n#RoverGSS\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n5 + years of related experience\nmay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\nCertification\nCompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA\nTravel Required\n10-25%\nCitizenship\nU.S. Citizenship Required\nSalary and Benefit Information\nThe likely salary range for this position is $113,900 - $154,100. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nView information about benefits and our total rewards program.\nAbout Our Work\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. 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