Technical Engagement Network (TEN) Lab Manager I

NewGen Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NewGen Technologies in Arlington, VA, seeks a TEN Lab Manager to lead onsite IT support for a civilian government customer. You will serve as the first help desk, assist with user onboarding, manage tickets, and support lab infrastructure and security procedures.

The role requires DoD clearance, strong customer service, and hands-on MacOS/iOS support across office and lab environments. Collaboration across locations is essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active DoD Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 3+ years of IT Helpdesk support experience.
• 3+ years of MacOS and iOS support experience.
• Strong problem solving and collaboration across locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first level Help Desk for TEN Lab systems and accounts.
• Assist new user setup of equipment, accounts and tools.
• Respond to user requests via email, walk-ins, phone calls, or other channels promptly.
• Create and maintain accurate tickets for Help Desk activities.
• Maintain asset records and inventory accuracy with Asset Management.
• Support deployment of new technologies and lab equipment.
• Provide systems administration support including patching and network maintenance.
• Develop and advise on lab SOPs and policies.

Skills

Help Desk support

MacOS/iOS support

Asset management

Ticketing systems

VPN/Citrix/VMware

Lab SOP development

Education

BS Computer Science/Engineering/IS or related degree

HS Diploma + 3+ years relevant experience

Tools

NetApp ONTAP

Active Directory

PowerShell

Job description

• Arlington, VA
• Information Technology

Our Partner is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. They are seeking a Technical Engagement Network (TEN) Lab Manager with experience in customer service and IT support operations to be a member of the IT support services desk in the customer environment supporting analysts and business continuity of the customer mission.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first level Help Desk for the TEN Lab’s systems and accounts
• Assist new user setup of equipment, accounts and tools
• Respond to user requests via email, walk-ins, phone calls or other communication means in a timely manner
• Create and maintain accurate Tickets for Help Desk activities
• Work with Asset Management to support accurate records and maintain a good accounting of assets
• Support the implementation of new technologies and equipment in the lab environment
• Provide support as needed to lab staff in the tasks of provisioning and issuing equipment to end users, as well as maintaining inventory database
• Provide support for systems administration tasks such as patching, updating, and maintaining network infrastructure
• Support the implementation of new technologies and equipment in the lab environment
• Adviseand provideinsight on development of lab standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies
• Provide support for Virtual Private Network (VPN) or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (e.g., Citrix) to users
• Provide support for MacOS and iOS to users
• Provide troubleshooting and triaging assistance for basic to intermediate technical challenges and user issues
• Assist in the management of user accounts and resetting credentials
• Maintain and operate customer SAN NetApp data storage area and capabilities using shell and NetApp ONTAP following customer direction and guidance
• Examine and identify efficiencies that can be made to existing procedures, with approval from the customer

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active DoD Secret Clearance, TS/SCI is preferred
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 3+ years of directly relevant experience
• 3+ years of directly relevant experience in IT Helpdesk support
• 3+ years MacOS and iOS experience
• Good problem solving skills
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations
• Proficiency and proven capability in the following areas:
  • Asset management practices and principles
  • Help Desk ticket processing and procedures
  • Good Customer support
  • Ability to keep detailed notes

Desired Skills

• Experience with writing technical procedures and standard operating procedures
• Virtualization automation and optimization
• Experience with Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
• Experience with virtual desktops (Citrix, VMWare)
• Security+

About Us

For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients’ toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ