DoD Windows Systems Administrator - Security+ Ready

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Systems Administrator (Windows) to provide user support and IT services for a DoD research program at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA.

The role covers installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and patch management across Windows 11 workstations, Office 365, and site tools; coordination with the IT Help Desk via ServiceNow; and collaboration with the ISSO for system accreditation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in systems administration.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a DoD environment with Security+ type certification.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions about Windows 11 installations, configurations, and usage.
• Diagnose issues and implement fixes for hardware, software, and network problems.
• Support Windows OS, Office 365, and engineering tools used by researchers.
• Coordinate with IT Help Desk via ServiceNow for incidents and changes.
• Assist with IAV/Patch installation and system upgrades.
• Work with ISSO on system accreditation and security compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Active Directory

LAN/WAN

Security+

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

DoD 8570/8140 Security+ CE

Tools

ACAS

ServiceNow

Job description

Bowhead seeks a Systems Administrator (Windows) to provide user support and IT services for a DoD research program at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA.

The role covers installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and patch management across Windows 11 workstations, Office 365, and site tools; coordination with the IT Help Desk via ServiceNow; and collaboration with the ISSO for system accreditation.