Site Lead and Systems Administrator Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health packages

Internal mobility

Career growth

Cutting-edge technology

Paid vacation

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Site Lead and Senior Systems Administrator to manage local IT operations and lead a small site team. The role focuses on Windows Server 2019/2022, patching, troubleshooting, and maintaining security and availability of critical services.

The successful candidate will coordinate with central IT and site management, ensuring compliant operations, documentation, and efficient project delivery at the designated site.

Qualifications

• DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 certification required.
• Minimum 3 years related experience; 5 years preferred.
• TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Experience in systems administration and infrastructure management.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive documentation for systems tasks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary IT point of contact and site lead, overseeing local IT operations and ensuring seamless service delivery at the designated site.
• Lead and mentor a small team of IT professionals at the site, fostering skill development and a high-performing environment.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and communicate IT initiatives effectively to stakeholders.
• Manage local IT assets, inventory, and resources in line with standards and budget.

Skills

Systems administration

Certificate lifecycle management

Documentation

PowerShell scripting

Tools

PowerShell

Job description

Transform technology into opportunity as a Site Lead and Systems Administrator Senior 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 differentiators. As a Site Lead and Systems Administrator Senior, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a dedicated professional joining our team to maintain and support Windows servers, ensuring their security, availability, and performance, while also leading local IT operations and a small team at a designated site. This role involves regular patching, troubleshooting, collaborating with other IT teams to implement infrastructure solutions, and serving as the primary IT point of contact for the site, all while aligning with command requirements.

HOW A SITE LEAD AND SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Site Leadership & Coordination:

• Serve as the primary IT point of contact and site lead, overseeing local IT operations and ensuring seamless service delivery for the designated site.
• Lead and mentor a small team of IT professionals at the site, assigning tasks, fostering skill development, and promoting a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Act as the key liaison between local site management, end-users, and central IT teams, translating business requirements into technical solutions and communicating IT initiatives effectively.
• Manage local IT assets, inventory, and resources, ensuring optimal utilization and adherence to organizational standards and budget.

Systems Administration & Support:

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within Windows Server 2019/2022 Operating Systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability of critical services.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including patching, remediation, and system upgrades, to maintain system integrity, security posture, and operational efficiency.
• Manage certificate lifecycle management processes for web servers and secure communication channels, ensuring continuous operational security and compliance.
• Build, deploy, and maintain server applications and proprietary software, providing critical support for site-specific operations and user needs.

Collaboration & Project Management:

• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to design, implement, and optimize infrastructure solutions that meet site-specific and broader organizational requirements.
• Lead and manage site-specific IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to scope, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Interface with third-party vendors for troubleshooting, support and procurement of IT services and equipment, ensuring effective vendor management.

Security & Compliance:

• Ensure strict compliance with all security policies, regulations, and best practices at the site level, conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive system documentation and prepare detailed process guides for site-specific configurations, procedures and operational workflows.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

• Track, prioritize, and eliminate site-specific IT problems to appropriate levels, driving efficient resolution and minimizing operational impact.
• Produce management reports and informational packets on site IT health, project status, operational metrics, and team performance to support continuous process improvements and informed decision-making.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Applicable DoW 8140 or DoW 8570 Certification
• Required Experience: min 3+ years of related experience. Prefer 5 years of experience.
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
• Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Experience in systems administration and infrastructure management.
  • Understanding of Certificate Lifecycle Management.
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive documentation for systems administration tasks.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with USCENTCOM and familiarity with its mission.
  • Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and projects.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation tasks.
• Location: On site
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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