System Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Windows System Administrator to design and maintain IT infrastructure for government-related projects. The role focuses on Windows servers/desktops, Active Directory, Group Policy, SharePoint, and Teams administration, with emphasis on security and compliance in a disciplined environment.

Applicants should have 5+ years of hands-on experience, Secret clearance eligibility, and familiarity with Linux/Windows security processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years troubleshooting software on desktop and laptop computers.
• Experience administering Windows operating systems, including Active Directory, group policy, and file and folder permissions.
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams administration.
• IT knowledge across Linux and Windows, and security processes including configuration management, continuous monitoring, and assessment and authorization.
• Ability to follow guidance to support system compliance.
• Ability to assist in managing and maintaining Windows-based systems, including configuration, patching, and system monitoring.
• Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain IT infrastructure to support client needs.
• Manage Windows servers and desktops, patching and monitoring.
• Ensure security and compliance of IT systems.
• Collaborate with government staff, contractors, and IT partners to deliver solutions.
• Document technical processes and troubleshooting steps.

Skills

Windows administration

Active Directory

Group Policy

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Security practices

Patching

Education

HS diploma or GED

DoD 8570 IAT II

Security+ CE

Job description

System Administrator The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact? You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution. We are seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator to join our team. You’ll leverage your extensive experience with servers and desktops, as well as experience managing Windows operating systems and automation. This role involves managing and maintaining our IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security. As a Systems Administrator on our team, you’ll have the chance to design and maintain systems in support of client in the realm of research and development. Your technical expertise will be vital as you evaluate and modernize our IT infrastructure. Grow your skills by merging system administration and best security practices to create a scalable and secure system. Join our team and help turn requirements into accomplishments that drive change. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience troubleshooting customer issues with software on both desktop and laptop computers
• Experience administering Microsoft Windows operating systems, including Active Directory, group policy, and file and folder permissions, in a secure or enterprise environment
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams administration
• Experience with information technology, including Linux and Windows, and security processes, including configuration management, continuous monitoring, and assessment and authorization
• Ability to follow guidance to support system compliance
• Ability to assist in managing and maintaining Windows-based systems, including configuration, patching, and system monitoring
• Secret clearance HS diploma or GED DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant Certification such as Security+ CE Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience collaborating with government staff, other contractors, and external IT partners to deliver innovative and effective IT solutions to business and mission challenges
• Experience creating, escalating, and resolving IT help desk tickets using a ticketing application
• Experience creating and documenting IT standard operating procedures
• Experience supporting web applications and documenting technical processes or troubleshooting steps
• Knowledge of PowerShell or other scripting tools to automate tasks
• Ability to learn and apply technical research to solve problems
• Ability to collaborate in a team setting
• Possession of excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communicating clearly with teammates and leadership

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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