Senior Windows Administrator

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and 8 years of demonstrated results or a Master's degree and 6 years of relevant experience. Full experience within own IT field and applications is required. 

The successful Lead Windows System Administrator must have:

• Demonstrate 5-8 yrs. of directly related experience in Tier II and Tier III support
• 5+ years' experience with Installing, configuring and supporting windows-based applications on Windows 7, 8, and 10 desktop systems, both virtual and physical
• Analyzing requirements for deployment of new desktop applications, creating deployment plans and automation processes for new applications
• Extensive knowledge of Server and PC hardware and software maintenance
• Hands-on experience managing Windows Active Directory Services
• Demonstrated experience with WSUS and preferred experience with System Center Configuration Manager for patch management
• Demonstrated experience with Group Policy Management, to include creation of policies, troubleshooting and maintaining
• Desktop Image creation and validation using System Center Configuration Manager
• Maintaining updated drive packs for various hardware vendors including Dell and HP
• Hands-on experience supporting additional Microsoft products (Office, Project, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in utilization of Remedy
• Familiar with antivirus and security software (HBSS) and troubleshooting services affected by these software applications
• Proficient with TCP/IP network protocol, to include a basic understanding of networking components (switches, routers, taclanes, etc.) and infrastructure -Demonstrated experience with applying STIGs to systems, applications and components and troubleshooting STIG related issues
• Demonstrates experience administrating Hyper-V and clustered services
• Must be able to travel 75% of the time (CONUS) - *work remote when not traveling

This position requires a minimum of an active TS/SCI clearance. If required by Customer, must be willing and able to obtain a polygraph within a reasonable amount of time after hire, with acceptable timing determined by manager. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

• A minimum of a IAT Level II (DoD 8570.1M) certification is required: e.g. GIAC Security Essentials - GSEC; CompTIA Security+ CE; Security Certified Network Professional - SCNP; Systems Security Certified Practitioner - SSCP

Do you want to be a part of a systems engineering team supporting our Nation's Cybersecurity initiatives? Do you want to challenge your systems engineering skills? If so, General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Senior Windows Administrator in the Lorton, VA area. This position provides an excellent opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Highlights of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform integration of new capabilities (software, hardware, etc) following an iterative agile approach (such as Scrum)
• Develops and coordinates functional, environmental, operational, security and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
• Assists with the design, development and implementation of cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems
• Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment including models and simulations
• Isolates and documents issues and defects
• Creates installation and configuration documentation, test cases and test reports
• Implement and configure baseline test automation processes using third party tools
• Supports the generation of technical engineering products by applying the appropriate government standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
• Guides the successful completion of major programs and projects - be familiar with the Special Access Programs operational support activities;
• key to the successful deployment, integration, and troubleshooting with operations personnel i
• Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions and work with developers to implement fix
• Liaison with vendors, Products Team and Operations for problem resolution
• Performs periodic duties within Operations to maintain understanding of operational needs
• Works on advanced applications that may result in new business for the company

 The Windows Administrator must have:

• Applicants must meet DoD 8570.1 certification requirements for IAT-II or higher
• Support operations and improvements to the following services including, but not limited to:
• Active Directory Domain Services / Active Directory Federation Services.
  • Microsoft Productivity Suite (Exchange, SharePoint, Skype for Business, File Server).
  • Windows Server and Windows Desktop Management.
  • Effective experience with test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Proven working experience with installing, configuring, testing and troubleshooting Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Microsoft (MS) Windows within a lab and operational environment
• Familiar with MS Windows Server 2016 services; configuration, management and troubleshooting MS Windows services like exchange server, RDP services, Active Directory management, Key Management Service as a minimum
• Familiar with HP family of products to include DL’s servers, Zx workstations, T630/T640 Thin Clients, P2000/MSA 2xxx SANS as well as Cisco Fabric Switches and Dell Latitudes
• Experience with the maintenance and update of relevant system process documentation and develop ad-hoc reports as needed
• Experience with system processes and scripting languages in a RHEL environment
• Expert working technical knowledge of RHEL and MS Windows operating systems commands and utilities
• Expert knowledge of implementing patch management for Red Hat Enterprise Linux and MS Windows based systems from a centralized management solution as well as Kickstarter, PXE and Anaconda
• Familiar with configuration, provisioning, management and troubleshooting ESXi VM Ware, RedHat oVirt, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or DoD Fences cloud solution
• Solid scripting skills; developing, maintaining custom shell scripts, able to troubleshoot scripts related to Bourne, C shell, Korn or Perl
• Proven experience with Splunk architecture i.e., Forwarders, Indexers, Indexer Clustering & Load Balancing, Search Heads, DB Connect and Deployment server
• Task oriented person and able to adjust priorities as needed
• General knowledge in IT government security accreditations and certification i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF) and other approved government IT security standards, policies and directives
• Demonstrate good communication skills, written and spoken and be capable of presenting technical concepts to audiences of various technical abilities

If performed in Colorado, this position has a salary range of USD $91,464.00/Yr. - USD $123,600.00/Yr.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.  With a global team of 13,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas.  Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.  We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose.  You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.  If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran