Mid-Level IT Administrator

The Ascendancy Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Mid-Level IT Administrator to manage day-to-day IT support for users in Virginia Beach. This role involves troubleshooting across devices, providing training on secure communication procedures, and utilizing Microsoft Device Management tools. Candidates should have 3-6 years of IT operations experience and an active SECRET clearance. This position is contingent upon contract award and may require surge support operations.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in IT operations or help desk.
• Active SECRET clearance required.
• Technical familiarity with EDR/SIEM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor queues and meet response SLAs.
• Enroll/configure devices using Microsoft Intune.
• Deliver training on managed attribution and secure communication.

Skills

Microsoft Device Management

IT operations/help desk

Windows/iOS/Android support

VPN client configuration

MFA tools

Education

CompTIA Network+

Job description

As a TAG Mid‑Level IT Administrator you will operate the day‑to‑day help desk for kit users, deliver end‑user training on managed attribution and secure communications procedures, and perform advanced troubleshooting across devices, VPNs, and isolation technologies. You will support device onboarding, imaging, and configuration using Microsoft Device Management tools.

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Security Requirement

• Active SECRET clearance

Roles and Responsibilities

• Monitor queues; meet response and resolution SLAs; document tickets thoroughly; escalate per SOP.
• Support surge operations with 2‑hour response time when directed by USG.
• Enroll/configure devices via Microsoft Intune/Endpoint Manager; apply policies, baselines, and compliance profiles; support Autopilot imaging.
• Manage certificates, profiles, and secure configurations; assist with patching and update channels.
• Deliver standardized training (live/virtual) on managed attribution usage, kit handling (Faraday bags, data blockers), secure browsing, and SOPs.
• Maintain and contribute to knowledge base articles, job aids, and quick‑reference guides.
• Issue kits prior to deployment; coordinate local delivery/receipt; maintain serialized inventory updates and chain of custody logs.
• Perform basic hardware checks, RMA coordination, and accessory/peripheral restocking.

Position Requirements

• 3–6 years experience in IT operations/help desk.
• Certifications: CompTIA Network+.
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Device Management (Intune/Endpoint Manager), Windows/iOS/Android support, VPN client configuration, MFA tools (e.g., authenticator apps), basic EDR/SIEM familiarity.

Preferred

• Prior USG support experience or familiarity with compliance‑minded operations.