System Administrator II

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. in Kuwait seeks a System Administrator II to join our enterprise IT team. You will apply an intermediate level of experience in design, maintenance, and operation of small to medium networks to ensure reliable performance.

You will monitor systems, troubleshoot hardware/software issues, and support security and compliance with established standards. This role requires SECRET clearance and US citizenship.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience.
• Intermediate level of experience in analyzing and troubleshooting military networks.
• Security clearance: SECRET.

Responsibilities

• Manages the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems
• Assists with routine technical support in the management of networks, software, hardware, configurations, and architectures
• Helps troubleshoot system hardware and software issues
• Helps to ensure that performance and security of computers meet the needs of network users
• Maintains an organization's computer systems' workflows and is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, including fixing network issues along with updating equipment and software
• Assists with basic hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines

Skills

Networks

Software Installations

Troubleshooting

Education

AA/AS

Azure Administrator

Security Cert

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications: Skills: Networks, Software Installations, Troubleshooting Certifications: None Experience: 3 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description: Transform technology into opportunity as a System Administrator II with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a System Administrator II you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on System Administrator II joining our team to apply an intermediate level of experience in design, maintenance, and operation of small to medium networks.

HOW A SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR II WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Manages the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems
• Assists with routine technical support in the management of networks, software, hardware, configurations, and architectures
• Helps troubleshoot system hardware and software issues
• Helps to ensure that performance and security of computers meet the needs of network users
• Maintains an organization's computer systems' workflows and is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, including fixing network issues along with updating equipment and software
• Assists with basic hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: AA/AS, Azure Administrator, Security Cert
• Required Experience: 3+ years of related experience
• Required Technical Skills: Intermediate level of experience in analyzing and troubleshooting military networks
• Security Clearance Level: SECRET
• Required Skills and Abilities: Assists with monitoring and tuning of systems to achieve optimum performance levels
• Preferred Skills: Assist end users on the proper use of hardware and software
• Location: On Customer Site
• US Citizenship Required - secret

Certifications

• Security+
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) – Server or equivalent
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

General Experience

Must have intermediate level of experience in design, maintenance, and operation of small to medium networks. This experience must include administrating corporate or business' user accounts managing mail servers, printer servers, WWW servers. Experience in systems management, monitoring and sustainment; hardware repair for servers, PCs, peripheral equipment; software installation, maintenance and sustainment.

Specialized Experience

• Microsoft Enterprise Server 2008/2012 or later version
• Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
• Microsoft Exchange 2010/2013 (or later version) and other mail applications (local and remote)
• Microsoft Active Directory 2008/2012 or later version
• Network Server Backup
• DHCP, DNS, WINS, and Domain Controllers
• Site specific equipment listed in the task order GDIT

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Hourly Rate

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $33.97 - $0.00. 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. Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

Schedule & Location

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: International Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

Our Identity Verification Process: As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

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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