General Dynamics

Systems Administrator

Posted on: 26 Jan 2021

Springfield, VA

Job Description

More About the Role:
* Manage Windows Active directory accounts along with other software user accounts
* Provide recommendations and fixes to technical problems in a cost-effective manner
* Ensures continuous delivery of technical services through oversight of Service Level Agreements with End Users and monitoring of systems, programs and equipment performance
* Automation of tasks using a combination of scripting and configuration management systems
* Troubleshoot and perform break-fix tasks on all systems as necessary including servers, appliances and systems
* Innovative critical and creative thinking to evaluate and solve issues
* Evaluate server load and work with technical lead to implement tuning recommendations
* Support server maintenance and special projects
* Perform operating system software updates/upgrades
* Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups
* Install new / rebuild existing servers, both physical and virtual, and configure services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project / operational requirements
* Manage software installation and patches for various platforms
* Perform periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning
* Create, maintain, and update documentation for standard operating procedures and disaster recovery

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

* Must have an active TS/SCI with Poly
* Experience with Windows and Linux system administration in a professional environment
* Expert knowledge in Microsoft Infrastructure technologies - Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows server 2012-16, LDAP, Active Directory, Group Policy, Configuration Management, WSUS, SQP, Bit Locker
* Familiarization using PowerShell for system administration, automation and client configuration
* Experience implementing security standards in a fast paced operational environment
* Ability to work independently or under only general supervision
* Strong customer service and technical writing skills
* Oral communication skills, including the ability to give formal presentations to different audiences
* Experience troubleshooting computer and network issues, developing or improving configuration management processes and procedures, and implementing these processes and procedures
* Ability to work with system owners and developers to engage in joint project planning, execution and documentation
* Strong understanding of network fundamentals and limited basic understanding of Linux
* Ability to work creatively and analytically in a fast-paced environment
* Willingness to support after hours operations as required
* Experience with sponsor enterprise/mission network operations and policies
* May require after hours support for system upgrades, etc

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

T elecommuting Options:
Telecommuting Not Allowed

Work Location:
USA VA Springfield

Additional Work Locations:

We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.nnGDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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General Dynamics

Falls Church, VA

General Dynamics Corporation operates as an aerospace and defense company worldwide. It operates in five segments: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems, and Marine Systems. The Aerospace segment designs, manufactures, and supports business-jet aircraft; and offers business-aviation services, including maintenance, fixed-base operation, government fleet, aircraft management, charter, and staffing services, as well as integrated aviation solutions.

The Combat Systems segment engages in the design, development, production, modernization, and sustainment of combat vehicles, weapons systems, and munitions. This segment offers wheeled combat and tactical vehicles; main battle tanks and tracked combat vehicles; weapons systems, armaments, and munitions; and maintenance, logistics support, and sustainment services. The Information Technology segment provides information technology (IT), IT infrastructure modernization, and professional services, as well as cloud, cyber, software development, systems engineering, and data analytics services and solutions.

The Mission Systems segment offers mission-critical C4ISR products and systems, such as space, intelligence, and cyber systems; ground systems and products; and naval, air, and electronic systems. The Marine Systems segment designs and builds nuclear-powered submarines, surface combatants, and auxiliary and combat-logistics ships for the United States Navy and Jones Act ships for commercial customers.

This segment provides nuclear-powered submarines; surface combatants; auxiliary and combat-logistics ships; commercial product carriers and containerships; design and engineering support services; and maintenance, modernization, and lifecycle support services, as well as repair services for navy ships. The company was incorporated in 1952 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia.