External Job Posting Title Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator

Peraton; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced systems Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator to join a national intelligence program delivering engineering, development, deployment and sustainment of IT products and services. You will manage VDI environments, build images, secure files, and optimize end-user experience across devices.

Candidates should have TS/SCI with poly, CISSP/Security+ and DoD 8570 IAT certifications, plus 5+ years of relevant IT/VDI experience; a Bachelor’s is required with

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a Poly.
• Current CISSP or Security+ certification.
• Experience as a PC Technician, VDI Administrator or similar IT support role.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT I or IAT II certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage VDI environments and desktop devices, including installs, configurations, upgrades and patch management.
• Analyze desktop configuration options for end-user fit and performance.
• Create, maintain and deploy desktop images.
• Monitor file server permissions and manage user changes for security.
• Support network security and redundancy; manage cryptography for network apps; ensure file system integrity.
• Develop and deliver user training for operating systems and applications.
• Install and configure desktops, laptops, mobile devices and peripherals.
• Troubleshoot issues and respond to technical support requests.
• Assess user experience and implement enhancements.
• Develop, implement and maintain processes, tests, results, and user guidelines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree with 3 years relevant experience

PhD with 0 years relevant experience

Additional 4 years experience may substitute for degree

DoD 8570.01-M IAT I or DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Description:

Peraton is seeking an experienced systems Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator to join our national intelligence program that delivers engineering, application development, deployment, operations, upgrades and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client’s global missions.

The successful Virtual Desktop Systems Administratorcandidate will understand the VDI infrastructure, specifically how storage and network connectivity affect VDI performance and end user experience; hoe peripherals and devices affect work within the VDI; and how security integrates within the solution that doesn’t impact the user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Manage VDI environments, desktop computers, devices and systems for the program, including installs, configuration for systems software deployments, upgrade and patch management.
• Analyze and make technical recommendations for desktop configuration selection to achieve fit for purpose for end users.
• Create, maintain and deploy desktop images.
• Monitor and maintain file server permissions by performing moves, adds, deletes and modifications of users for smooth and secure operations.
• Support implementation of network security and redundancy by providing cryptography to network applications; managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure file system integrity.
• Develop and conduct user training and instructions for program operating systems and applications.
• Install, configure, test and maintain desktop and laptop PCs, mobile devices and peripherals, such as printers.
• Troubleshoot to proactively resolve issues and their root causes and respond to technical requests for support.
• Assess ongoing user experience and take action to resolve issues or to make enhancements.
• Develop, implement and maintain processes, procedures, test cases, test results, issue resolutions, performance analysis, and user guidelines/ instructions documentation.

Position is Contingent on Contract Award

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to pass a Poly clearances.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience or PhD with 0 years relevant experience).
• Additional 4 years experience may be substituted in lieu of a Degree.
• Previous experience working as a PC Technician, VDI Administrator or other IT Support roles that provided the experience needed to be successful in the Desktop Systems Admin VDI role.
• Current CISSP or Security + Certification.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearances.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT I or DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification.

Security Clearance:

This Position requires an Active TS/SCI and the ability to obtain a Poly, US Citizenship is requiredTo hold this clearance.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.