NorthHill Technology Resources has an immediate need for a Systems Administrator to support a Federal Program in St Louis, MO. This is a direct-hire role with our client, a highly respected Federal Integrator. An active TS/SCI Clearance is required.
As a System Administrator (Desktop Support), you will be responsible for providing excellent technical support to end-users, maintaining desktop systems, and ensuring the reliable operation of computer systems. You will work closely with both on-site and remote users to resolve issues, coordinate upgrades, and provide hands‑on support for desktop environments.
In this role, a typical day will include:
- - Independently develops technical solutions for the management for software, hardware, configurations, and architecture. Provides interpretation to Systems matters that are moderately complex in nature.
- - Provide troubleshooting support for systems hardware and software issues that are highly complex.
- - Performs advance software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages.
- - Applies advanced knowledge in monitoring and tuning the system to achieve optimum performance levels.
- - Provides guidance to less experienced personnel on workstation/server data integrity matters and the implantation of standard software and hardware solutions.
- - Leads complex data/media recoverability following a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.
- - Evaluates and assesses existing systems and plans long term strategies.
- - Configure and maintain networked computer system, including hardware, system software, and applications
- - Conducts advanced to complex hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies and configurations guidelines.
- - Recognized subject matter expert in job area typically through advanced education and work experience. Established operational plans. Manages large projects with limited oversight from manager.
- - Strong written and verbal communication is imperative when dealing with technically minded employees and non-technical colleagues
- - Train end-users on the proper use of hardware and software. May training large groups of end users.
- - May coach and review the work of less-experienced professionals.
- - May serve as a team or task leader (Not a people manager)
- - May require after hour support or weekend support for mission, program and special project support
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
- Thin Client using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Technology
- - Experience and/or knowledgeable with: Windows 11; Windows 10; Citrix; SMS; and SCCM
- - End User Hardware
- Thin Client, Thick Monitors, KVMs, Printers, Plotters Print Server Configurations, VOIP phone,
- - Desktop Image Management
- - Home Directory and Profile Support Services
- - E-mail Support Services
- - Software Support Services
- - Experience and/or knowledgeable with; Windows 7; Windows 10; Win11 Citrix; SMS; and SCCM
- - Excellent troubleshooting capabilities
- - Strong communication skills
- - Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- - Strong writing skills (consistently document work completed)
- - Strong time management skills and ability to work flexible schedules to meet job requirements
- - Ability to move and lift computers, printers, monitors, and other hardware
- - Team player and willing to share knowledge and learn from others to ensure team's success
- - Enthusiasm and ability to adapt to new and changing technologies
Education/Experience Requirement:
- - BA/BS (or equivalent experience)
- - 5+ years of experience
Certifications:
- - Security+ or CASP
- - ITIL v4 Foundations
Location: Customer Site
US Citizenship Required