Systems Administrator SME

General Dynamics Information Technology
Reston, VA, United States
13 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$165,750.0 - $224,250.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Active Directory Domain Controllers Artificial Intelligence Bash Shell CentOS Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Linux Domain Name System (DNS) System Center Configuration Manager Windows Servers Windows PowerShell Red Hat Enterprise Linux
+7 more
Ansible Software Deployment Windows Desktop Scripting Enterprise Software Applications Nutanix Vmware

Job description

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats., Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Systems Administrator SME and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

  • Plans, designs, and implements infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
  • Manages and troubleshoots multiple VMware environments.
  • Provides Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Creates STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
  • Creates, tests, and deploys software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.
  • Provides expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior Systems Administrator personnel.
  • Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
  • Utilizes scripting to automate common tasks.
  • Performs hardware maintenance/repair activities.
  • Ensures proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
  • Provides advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Requirements

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Systems Administrator SME must have:

  • Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
  • Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures.
  • Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO).
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Security + Certified; Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2 preferred)
  • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a field applicable to this work
  • US Citizenship Required
  • TS/SCI with CI Poly

Desired Qualifications:

  • Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.
  • Satellite server administration.
  • Ansible playbook writing.
  • Implementing STIGs., Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification

Benefits & conditions

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace, The likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. 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.

About the company

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions 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 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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