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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Arlington, VA (On-Site/Office)
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Principal Systems Administrator to join our team in Pentagon, VA. The position is onsite.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications :
Security Clearance Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide specialized support and troubleshooting for VIP users, including hardware, software, network, and application issues
- Manage and maintain computer systems, servers, and other IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security
- Manage VIP user accounts, permissions, and security access within the organization's IT environment
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues related to VIP user's IT needs
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT systems, procedures, and user support information
- Collaborate with other IT staff and stakeholders to ensure smooth IT operations and address VIP user needs
- Strong technical skills in areas such as Windows and Linux operating systems, network administration, virtualization, and security
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve issues
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with VIP users and IT staff
- Experience in managing and supporting complex IT environments, especially for VIP users
- Managing desktop computers, servers, and other hardware devices for VIP users
- Installing, configuring, and updating software applications used by VIP users
- Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to VIP users' hardware, software, and network access
- Creating, modifying, and managing VIP user accounts and permissions
- Supporting and maintaining specialized software and hardware used by VIP users
- Providing training and support to VIP users on new software and hardware
- Managing Active Directory and other infrastructure core services
- Providing support for thin clients and virtual desktop environments
- Supporting and maintaining COTS and custom software
- Collaborating with other teams to ensure technology needs are met for events
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 7+ years of experience in Information Technology; an additional 4 years of Systems Administration experience can be substituted in lieu of a degree
- Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), servers, and networking
- Experience with network protocols (TCP/IP), switch configurations, and firewalls is essential
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automating tasks and improving efficiency
- Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel experience
- CASP+ Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- DoD 8570 Computing Environment Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Systems, HP SANs, VMware products
- Experience using a Service Desk ticketing system, such as Remedy or ServiceNow
Preferred Qualifications :
- One of the following certifications is desired: MCSE - Microsoft Certified System Engineer, MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, MCSA - Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate, MCITP - Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional, VMware VCP - VMware Certified Professional, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Administrator
- ITIL Foundations or later certification
- General Dynamics Encryptor experience
- SolarWinds experience and knowledge
- Cisco Prime Infrastructure experience and knowledge
Security Clearance Requirements:
- US Citizenship required and an active TS/SCI clearance adjudicated within the last 6 years.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
- Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
- Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
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