Active Directory Systems Administrator (Intermediate Level)

Company Description

Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud, and Mobility services.

Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy “Mission First, Customer Always". If you’re looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions.

We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development.

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking an Active Directory Systems Administrator (Intermediate-Level) to join our Mid-Shift (see shift hours below) team in Sierra Vista, AZ.

• Must be a US Citizen 
• Secret Clearance required
• Mid-Shift position (see hours below).
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

The Active Directory Systems Administrator will support the Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) located on Fort Huachuca, AZ. The Administrator will manage the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more operating systems. You will work across many teams and high-level managers in the organization to design, lead, manage, maintain, track assets, deploy, implement, troubleshoot, and support the workforce environment. You will provide on-site support to ensure all network capabilities are available.

Become an integral part of a professionally diverse team while working at an industry-leading organization. This is a great opportunity that will allow you to work on innovative projects that offer advancement and growth while helping protect our national security.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Conduct complex troubleshooting and repair tasks on Active Directory, Windows Server 2008-2019, Domain Controllers, user authentication, and other operating systems as needed.
• Configure and maintain Active Directory forests and domains across a network with over 10,000 users and 20,000 Active Directory objects. ting systems as needed.
• Manage data backup and recovery.
• Perform routine tests and maintenance procedures to ensure that the systems are operating within prescribed capacity limits.
• Responsible for documenting systems and processes used in day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting, and training.
• Develop and troubleshoot Power CLI and PowerShell scripts.
• Interface with database administrators and other IT professionals to coordinate installation and maintenance of client-server applications to support enterprise line of business systems.
• Ensure the security and compliance of the Active Directory environment.
• Create advanced monitoring strategies for monitoring and reporting the health of Active Directory components.
• Record problem symptoms and status information and communicate internally within IT and externally with the customer through problem resolution.
• Monitoring, backup, and restoration procedures for Active Directory.
• Document new system components or modifications to existing components
• Ensure the security and integrity of system and product solutions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Shift/Hours

• Mid-Shift
• Sunday-Wednesday 
• 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a T3 secret security clearance.
• Three (3+) years of IT experience within a systems administrator, networking environment, or relevant field. 
• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
• Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services (AD LDS) experience.
• Proficiency in the operation of local and wide-area networks and components.
• Experience or Certification in Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, and desktop support.
• Understanding of essential networking concepts, including IP addressing and subnetting.
• Current Computing Environment (CE) certification (required within 90 days of performance start date).

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or related field; OR 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• IAT Level III Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, etc.).
• Experience with firewalls, Internet VPN’s remote implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies.
• Experience with Windows Server, Systems Center, and Active Directory, Windows Server
• Knowledge and experience working in Army Network Enterprise Center operations to include capabilities, tools, procedures, and operational constructs.
• Must be able to perform duties accurately and independently.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation reimbursement program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more.

Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.