Information Systems Senior Manager (TS/Q Clearance Required)

General Dynamics Information Technology; Washington; On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology in Washington, DC is seeking an IT Systems Manager to lead enterprise IT operations for DoE/NNSA initiatives. You will oversee systems professionals, guide architecture decisions, and ensure secure, reliable performance across Windows and Linux environments.

The role requires a BS degree and 10+ years of related experience, TS/SCI eligibility or equivalent clearance, and strong skills in VMware, storage, backups, cloud platforms, and ITIL/DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required; substitution of years of experience may be permissible.
• 10+ years of related professional work experience.
• Extensive experience with VMware for virtualization, deployment, management, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of database management systems (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Proficiency in networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls).
• Strong IT security principles, compliance, and best practices.
• Experience with ITIL frameworks and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manages systems professionals directly or through subordinates by providing leadership, coaching, and training
• Acts as advisor to subordinates to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency
• Develop and administers schedule and performance requirements
• Has hiring responsibilities
• Enhance information systems by identifying information systems technology opportunities and developing application strategies
• Oversee the maintenance of accounts, security, workflows, and secure systems connectivity
• Manages all information systems, policies and procedures

Skills

Information Systems

Information Technology (IT) Systems

Information Technology Security

Leadership

People Management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications

Skills

Information Systems, Information Technology (IT) Systems, Information Technology Security, Leadership, People Management

Certifications

None

Experience

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required

Yes

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as an IT Systems Manager 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 an IT Systems Manager you will help ensure that today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on an IT Systems Manager joining our team to evolve the IT Systems for the Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration.

HOW AN IT SYSTEMS MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Manages systems professionals directly or through subordinates by providing leadership, coaching, and training
• Acts as advisor to subordinates to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Develop and administers schedule and performance requirements
• Has hiring responsibilities
• Enhance information systems by identifying information systems technology opportunities and developing application strategies
• Oversee the maintenance of accounts, security, workflows, and secure systems connectivity
• Manages all information systems, policies and procedures

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree; Substitution of years of experience may be permissible.

Required Experience

• 10+ years of related professional work experience

Required Technical Skills

• Must have extensive experience with VMware for virtualization, including deployment, management, and troubleshooting.
• Must have strong expertise in storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, and backup solutions.
• Must have hands‑on experience with Commvault for enterprise backup and recovery solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper‑V, etc.).
• Knowledge of database management systems (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Proficiency in networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of IT security principles, compliance, and best practices.
• Experience with ITIL frameworks and DevOps methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience with SLA/OLA management, Knowledge Management. Service Delivery, Continuous Service Improvement, and Problem Management

Security Clearance Level

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Possess Q or TS level clearance (or their equivalency) with the ability to obtain a Q level clearance within six (6) months of hiring
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain such clearance as a condition of employment

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to enhance information systems by identifying information systems technology opportunities and developing application strategies
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accounts, security, workflows, and secure systems connectivity
• Effective administrative and organizational skills
• Effective people management skills
• Extensive knowledge of company policies, processes, and procedures - Understanding of company strategic goals and how they align to business operations

Preferred Certifications

• ITIL/ITIL v4
• Project Management
• CISSP
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator

Location

• This role is required to be on-site in Washington, D.C.

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The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. 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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options

Onsite

Work Location

USA DC Washington

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.

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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