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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Desktop Systems Administrator - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Salary:** $70,550.0 - $95,450.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automatic Data Processing Equipment, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Desktop Computing, Linux, NIPRNet, Software Maintenance, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Automated Data Processing (ADP), Computer Networking Systems, Virtual Environment, Computer Equipment, Information Technology - **Published:** July 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d80eb1820e16e6cc ## About the Role * Certification(s): Applicable DoW 8140 or DoW 8570 Certification * Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience * Required Technical Skills: + Performing systems planning and coordinate/connect IT systems + Expanding and/or modifying established systems to serve new purposes or improve workflow + Working within Window, Linux, and/or virtual environment + Establishing standards for information systems procedures, + Bachelor's Degree with a focus in computer science, engineering, or a related field of study + Microsoft certifications + ITIL 4 Foundation Certification * Location: On Customer Site at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL * U.S. citizenship required due to the TS/SCI clearance requirement * Security Clearance Level: Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred, Years of Experience 1 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA ITIL 4 Foundation | PeopleCert - PeopleCert Travel Required Less than 10% ## Description At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Desktop Systems Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Desktop Systems Administrator joining our team to provide face-to-face and remote Tier 1 and 2 incident resolution to customers with hardware, software, and application problems across NIPRNet, Coalition Networks, and SIPRNet enterprise networks for the USCENTCOM Information Technology Services (CITS) Program supporting the USCENTCOM J6 in Tampa, FL., * Manages the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems * Provides onsite, hands-on O&M support for client computing devices to include personal computers, thin/zero clients, laptops, Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs), and peripherals. * Provides end-user IT system and software maintenance for the USCENTCOM COOP. * Coordinates and manages Automated Data Processing Equipment (ADPE) accountability of new equipment, replacement equipment, and upgrades. * Tracks the disposition of equipment throughout its lifecycle (e.g., Computer Equipment Replacement Program [CERP] and Life Cycle Replacement [LCR]). * Processes end of life, defective, and/or damaged equipment through the Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO). * Develops procedures to facilitate management and testing of desktop load set configurations to include tracking and compiling of user issues, software conflicts, devices conflicts, and other similar tasks. * As needed, provide CPN and SCO support to Coalition partners, and provide expertise and advice relating to Coalition Partner Networks. Based on operational tempo 24/7 and holiday support may be required., + Work closely with stakeholders to understand system requirements and design integrated solutions that meet functional and performance objectives. + Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to implement integration interfaces and APIs. + Conduct thorough testing and validation of integrated systems, identifying and resolving any issues or discrepancies in functionality or performance. + Document integration processes, including configuration settings, and troubleshooting procedures. + Provide technical support and assistance during the deployment and post-deployment phases, addressing any integration-related issues or concerns. + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in systems integration, evaluating their potential impact on our integration strategies and recommending adoption where appropriate. + Participate in meetings and workshops to share knowledge and best practices related to systems integration. + Maintain key customer relationships to support strategic tech insertion and lifecycle replacement of IT hardware for the entire IT Enterprise. * Preferred Skills ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) - [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)