Systems Administrator (Desktop Support)

Abile Group, Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Abile Group, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator for a 10-year IC contract. The role is 100% onsite in Springfield, VA, requiring TS/SCI with CI Poly, a Bachelor's degree, and 5+ years of systems experience.

The ideal candidate will manage software/hardware configurations, perform complex troubleshooting, and support data center services across multiple networks. Knowledge of Windows 11/10, Citrix, SMS, SCCM, and VDI is valued, along with strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration or related IT fields.
• US Citizenship Required and ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly.
• Security+ or CASP certification.
• ITIL v4 Foundations certification.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems, Citrix, SCCM, SMS, and VDI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Independently develops technical solutions for managing software, hardware, configurations, and architecture.
• Provides interpretation of moderately complex systems matters.
• Troubleshoots complex hardware and software issues.
• Performs advanced software installations and OS upgrades.
• Monitors and tunes systems for optimal performance.
• Mentors less experienced staff on workstation/server data integrity and standard solutions.
• Leads data and media recoverability backups and archive operations.
• Assesses existing systems and plans long-term strategies.
• Configures and maintains networked computer systems and applications.
• Conducts audits to ensure compliance with standards and configurations.

Job description

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Systems Administrator on a 10 year contract providing User Facing and Data Center Services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support innovative design, engineering, procurement, implementation, operations, sustainment and disposal of user facing and data center information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, to support the IC mission.

The right candidate will possess the belowskills and qualificationsand be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Independently develops technical solution for the management for software, hardware, configurations, and architecture.
• Provides interpretation to Systems matters that are moderately complex in nature.
• Provides 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.
• Configures and maintains 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 form manager.
• Strong written and verbal communication is imperative when dealing with technically minded employees and non-technical colleagues.
• Trains end-users on the proper use of hardware and software. May train 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).

This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, VA.

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly.

Degree and Years of Experience: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of years of experience and education.

• 5+ years of experience.

Required Certifications:

• Security+ or CASP.
• ITIL v4 Foundations.

Required Skills:

• 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, KVM’s, 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.
• US Citizenship Required.

About Abile Group, Inc.

Abile Group, founded in July 2004 to support the Intelligence Community and its contractors across Enterprise Analytics, IT & Systems Engineering, and Program & Project Management, merged with Valiant Solutions in January 2026 - an established provider of cybersecurity technologies and services for Federal Agencies since 2005. Together, this partnership creates a stronger, more integrated cybersecurity organization with expanded opportunities for employees, deeper technical collaboration, and a unified mission. With significant experience serving the Federal Government, we remain dedicated to our employees and clients and seek high‑performing professionals who excel at providing guidance, developing solutions, and delivering implementation support that blends industry best practices with client expertise and Abile’s broad technical capabilities.

Hiring Statement

Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.