Tier 2 Service Desk Technician (On-Site)

Oneida ESC Group; Fort Meade, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days of Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Sh

Medical, Dental, and Eye Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Voluntary Medical Benefits

Job summary

Oneida ESC Group in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a Systems Administrator to support the Defense Information School IT environment. The role focuses on administering Windows Server and Linux/UNIX systems, patch management, backups, and securing enterprise services in a mission-critical setting.

You will troubleshoot complex issues, implement DISA STIG baselines, prepare technical documentation, and coordinate with other teams during deployments and security remediations.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Windows Server and Linux/UNIX operating environments.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise systems administration, infrastructure support, and system lifecycle management.
• Experience supporting network infrastructure testing, implementation, and operational activities.
• Knowledge of backup technologies, disaster recovery processes, and business continuity principles.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues involving servers, operating systems, and enterprise applications.
• Experience installing and maintaining software updates, security patches, and vendor releases.
• Experience implementing and maintaining DISA STIG-compliant security baselines.
• Experience developing and deploying operating system images and standardized workstation configurations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and systems security best practices.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle Complex or Long-Running Support Issues - troubleshoot problems requiring deeper investigation and act as escalation point.
• Perform Vulnerability Remediation - review failed patches, remediate, and ensure DoW compliance.
• Maintain Technical Procedures and Documentation - create/update SOPs and templates used by Service Desk.
• Support Device Security Requirements - develop security configurations including STIGs for non-managed devices.
• Coordinate Advanced IT Support - IT point of contact for visits, events, VIP requirements.
• Investigate Recurring Technical Problems - review incidents to identify root causes and permanent fixes.
• Review and Improve Service Desk Troubleshooting - identify gaps and enhance guidance/tools.
• Prepare Technical Escalations - gather logs and details before referral to other teams.
• Review Aging and Unresolved Tickets - move towards resolution or escalation.
• Provide Back-of-House Technical Support - focus on escalated issues and documentation.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux/UNIX

System administration

Cybersecurity concepts

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / CS / Cybersecurity

DoD 8140 foundational knowledge (e.g., 441/451)

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Description

Oneida Professional Services is seeking a Systems Administrator to support the Defense Information School (DINFOS) Technology & Logistics Support Services contract at Fort Meade, Maryland. This position is responsible for administering, maintaining, and securing enterprise server environments and supporting the reliable operation of DINFOS information systems.

The successful candidate will provide support for Windows and Linux/UNIX systems, perform system maintenance and patch management activities, support backup and recovery operations, and assist with infrastructure modernization efforts. This role requires strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to maintain secure, stable, and highly available systems in a mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle Complex or Long-Running Support Issues - Troubleshoot problems involving workstations, printers, network-connected devices, and end-user applications that require deeper investigation. Act as an initial point of escalation for the Service Desk before issues are referred to other technical teams.
• Perform Vulnerability Remediation - Review systems that have failed automated patching or remediation procedures, identify the cause of the failure, and complete remediation. Ensure affected systems are returned to DoW compliance in a timely manner.
• Maintain Technical Procedures and Documentation - Create and update SOPs, troubleshooting procedures, configuration templates, and other technical documentation used by the Service Desk for day-to-day operations.
• Support Device Security Requirements - Develop and maintain security configurations, including applicable STIG requirements, for devices that are not centrally managed, such as printers, scanners, conference-room equipment, and IoT devices.
• Coordinate Advanced IT Support - Act as the IT point of contact for high-profile visits, special events, VIP requirements, and Command Staff activities that require additional planning, testing, or technical support.
• Investigate Recurring Technical Problems - Review repeated incidents affecting users, systems, devices, or applications to identify common causes and determine whether a permanent corrective action can be implemented.
• Review and Improve Service Desk Troubleshooting - Identify gaps in existing troubleshooting procedures and develop additional guidance, tools, or processes that allow Service Desk personnel to resolve issues more consistently.
• Prepare Technical Escalations - Perform initial investigation and gather relevant logs, error information, troubleshooting results, and system details before referring issues to Systems, Network, Cybersecurity, or other technical teams.
• Review Aging and Unresolved Tickets - Periodically review tickets that have remained open for extended periods, determine what is preventing resolution, and assist with moving those issues toward closure or appropriate escalation.
• Provide Back-of-House Technical Support - Operate primarily as an internal technical resource rather than a primary client-facing Service Desk technician. Focus on escalated issues, technical investigation, remediation, documentation, and Service Desk support, while interacting directly with users when necessary to troubleshoot or resolve an assigned issue.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Experience administering Windows Server and Linux/UNIX operating environments.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise systems administration, infrastructure support, and system lifecycle management.
• Experience supporting network infrastructure testing, implementation, and operational activities.
• Knowledge of backup technologies, disaster recovery processes, and business continuity principles.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues involving servers, operating systems, and enterprise applications.
• Experience installing and maintaining software updates, security patches, and vendor releases.
• Experience implementing and maintaining DISA STIG-compliant security baselines.
• Experience developing and deploying operating system images and standardized workstation configurations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and systems security best practices.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline.
• Microsoft Certified, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), VMware, or equivalent systems administration certification.
• CompTIA Security+, Server+, Network+, or related certifications.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, military, federal government, or educational organizations.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Experience with enterprise backup solutions, storage systems, and endpoint management platforms.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting technologies such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Foundational qualification for DoD 8140 work roles including Network Operations Specialist (441) and/or System Administrator (451).

Benefits (FEDERAL):

• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Eye Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Multiple Voluntary Medical Benefits

About Us:

The Oneida ESC Group is a family of companies owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin that delivers customer-focused engineering, science, and construction services worldwide.

Our family of companies includes:

• Oneida ESC Group (OESC)
• Oneida Professional Services (OPS)
• Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE)
• Mission Support Services (MS2)
• Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS)
• Oneida Engineering Solutions (OES)
• General Mechanical Corporation (GMC)
• LG2 Environmental Solutions (LG2)
• Oneida Environmental (OE)

We integrate our staff for dedicated, cooperative, and business-like delivery of services to enhance our customers’ missions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oneida ESC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic