Systems Administrator / IT Security Officer

United-States-Courts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Probation Department for the Eastern District of New York is seeking an experienced full-time Systems Administrator/IT Security Officer. The role requires handling Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, DFS GPOs and Windows servers, with occasional travel to Brooklyn and Central Islip.

Strong communication, detail orientation and teamwork are essential. Minimum qualifications include two years of specialized experience or a master's degree; bachelor’s degree preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Two years of specialized IT experience or a master's degree.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, DFS GPOs and Windows servers.
• Ability to travel between Brooklyn and Central Islip; valid driver's license required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision.

Skills

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

GPOs

Windows servers

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

KACE desktop management system

Job description

The United States Probation Department for the Eastern District of New York is accepting applications for an experienced full time Systems Administrator/ IT Security Officer. Open until filled with preference given to applications received by August 27, 2026.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• To qualify for this position, you must possess two years of specialized experience or possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that is in, or closely related to, the work of the position and which has demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position's duties successfully and involves the routine use of automated software and keyboarding for word processing, data entry and report generation.
• Must be highly self-motivated, extremely detail oriented and organized.
• Must present a professional demeanor, positive personality and work well in a team environment.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be an innovative and creative problem solver who can effectively work with management on projects and daily challenges.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities and projects with limited supervision.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, DFS GPO's and Windows servers.
• This position requires occasional travel between both of our offices located in Brooklyn, New York and Central Islip, New York; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• Candidates must be able to lift and move items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Comptia Security+ and/or CISSP certifications.
• Experience with Apple products, IOS operation system and mobile devices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Windows and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with KACE desktop management system preferred.