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# Junior IT Administrator

- **Company:** The Ascent Services Group, Inc.
- **Location:** Virginia Beach, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, CompTIA Network+, Image Management, Information Technology Operations, Inventory Management Software, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), VPN Clients, Faraday, Tablet Computers, Peripherals, Microsoft InTune, SC Clearance, Laptops
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9037355/junior-it-administrator

## About the Role

* 1-3 years experience in IT operations or hardware support.
 * Certifications: CompTIA Network+ or CompTIA A+.
 * Technical Skills: Windows/mobility basics, hardware assembly, imaging tools, inventory systems; comfort with VPN/MFA setup steps and peripherals.
 * Soft Skills: Detail orientation, reliability, safe handling, and clear documentation.

Preferred

 * Experience with RMA processes and chain-of-custody protocols.
 * Prior USG support experience or familiarity with compliance-minded operations.

## Description

As a TAG Junior IT Administrator, you will handle hands-on kit assembly, imaging, asset tagging, inventory control, and field issuance/returns. You will perform device QA, peripheral management (Faraday bags, data blockers, MFA tokens), and basic troubleshooting. In this role, you'll maintain accurate lifecycle records over 2-3 years.

Security Requirement:

 * An active SECRET clearance

Roles and Responsibilities:

 * Receive, unbox, and inspect COTS devices (laptops, tablets, VPN routers) and security peripherals; verify against purchase orders and government-specified requirements.
 * Asset tag, serialize, and record devices in inventory systems; prepare kits to standard BOMs.
 * Apply golden images and profiles; join devices to management (Intune/Endpoint Manager); run validation checklists.
 * Stage VPN clients, MFA/2FA methods, and required software; perform functional testing prior to issuance.
 * Maintain real-time inventory accuracy; perform cycle counts; reconcile discrepancies; manage spares pool and RMAs.
 * Issue kits to users; coordinate local delivery/receipt; record chain of custody and tamper-evident seal status; process returns and end-of-life sanitization per SOP.
 * Handle basic tickets (password/MFA resets, client install issues, peripheral replacements); escalate when needed.
 * Keep build sheets, issuance forms, and checklists current; update knowledge base with common fixes.


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