Azure Virtual Desktop System Administrator

NexGen Data Systems; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% premiums for medical, dental, and

vision insurance

Job summary

NexGen Data Systems in Suffolk, VA is seeking an Azure Virtual Desktop System Administrator to manage Navy Flank Speed Azure desktop environment server-based systems, security devices, distributed applications, network storage, and monitoring. The role supports security and availability across the enterprise.

The candidate will deploy and manage Azure VMs, monitor session usage, and provide Tier 2 support while maintaining Windows images with group policy and end-user software.

Qualifications

• Active DoD TS security clearance required.
• DoD 8570/8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications required.
• IAT Level II: CompTIA Security+, or CySA+, or SSCP
• Azure Administrator Associate Certification or better
• 5+ years IT experience with Microsoft Azure
• Relevant experience as a Windows system administrator
• Understanding of cloud computing and networking
• Experience with PowerShell
• Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Security and Data Governance Tools
• Superior organizational skills
• Capable of managing multiple projects
• Great communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong attention to detail
• ITIL Framework knowledge

Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage virtual machines in Azure to support a large user base
• Closely monitor session statistics to develop and refine usage metrics to inform provisioning additional resources or shutting down unused resources; assist in development of service optimization models
• Provide technical support to the Enterprise Flank Speed Tier 2 service desk for troubleshooting issues as required
• Manage Windows image to include group policy and end user software

Skills

Active DoD TS clearance

DoD 8570/8140 certs

IAT Level II certs

Azure Administrator

5+ years Azure IT

Windows admin experience

PowerShell scripting

Cloud computing & networking

Strong communication

ITIL knowledge

Tools

Azure

Windows Server

Group Policy

PowerShell

Security monitoring tools

Job description

Description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking an Azure Virtual Desktop System Administrator. The Azure Virtual Desktop System Administrator administers Navy Flank Speed Azure desktop environment server-based systems, security devices, distributed applications, network storage, and performs systems monitoring. Consults on network, application, and customer service issues to support computer systems’ security and availability.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage virtual machines in Azure to support a large user base


• Closely monitor session statistics to develop and refine usage metrics to inform provisioning additional resources or shutting down unused resources; assist in development of service optimization models


• Provide technical support to the Enterprise Flank Speed Tier 2 service desk for troubleshooting issues as required


• Manage Windows image to include group policy and end user software

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Desired/Required Skills

• Active Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required.


• DoD Approved 8570 / 8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications required.


• IAT Level II: CompTIA Security+, or CySA+, or SSCP


• Azure Administrator Associate Certification or better


• 5+ years IT experience with significant experience with Microsoft Azure


• Relevant experience as a Windows system administrator


• Understanding of cloud computing and networking


• Experience with PowerShell


• Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Security and Data Governance Tools


• Superior organizational skills


• Capable of managing multiple projects


• Great communication skills (oral and written)


• Strong attention to detail


• Working knowledge of the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Framework

About the Company

NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.

Benefits

• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.


• Company provides short and long term disability plans.


• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.


• Comprehensive training and development program.


• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.