Service Center Support Desk Analyst

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Columbia, SC, USA
Hybrid
53K-90K Annually
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The Role
Provide 24/7 Tier-2 remote technical support and NOC monitoring for EOUSA across US territories. Troubleshoot Windows Active Directory environments, desktops, laptops, mobile devices, basic Cisco/Aruba networking, and VMware virtualization. Manage enterprise monitoring, patching, backups, AD/DC components, deployment tools (BigFix/SCCM), and other enterprise management applications. Onsite in Columbia, SC; rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays required; must possess or be able to obtain a government security clearance.
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Job Description
If you are ready for a new and exciting career, come join our team! BAE Systems is seeking a motivated and experienced Systems Administrator to join our Service Center team. Operating on behalf of the Executive Office of U.S. Attorney's (EOUSA) Network Operations Services (NOS), the Service Center provides 24x7x365 Tier 2 Technical Helpdesk and Operations support to over 252 geographically dispersed sites throughout the United States, Alaska, Guam, the Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Systems Administrator's primary scope of duties include:
  • Provide 24/7 remote, over-the-phone administrative, support, and technical assistance to EOUSA and USAO IT Systems Manager Staff across 94 United States Attorney's Offices (USAO)s.
  • Provide 24/7 managing and monitoring of critical IT infrastructure in a Network Operations Center environment.
  • Perform tier 2 level troubleshooting and root cause analysis in a Windows active directory environment consisting of desktops, laptops, tablets and mobile devices. They must also be able to understand and troubleshoot basic Cisco networking, Aruba wireless networks and sever virtualization (VMWare).
The Systems Administrator must possess a solid working knowledge of networks, servers and desktop applications with the ability to multitask while monitoring and working through issues on both phone calls and emails.
The Systems Administrator is required to be onsite, in downtown Columbia, SC, 5 days per week. The Systems Administrator must be willing and able to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, on weekends, and on holidays as scheduled.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Due to the nature of this customer, the position will require either already possessing a government security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Candidate Requirements
  • Associate's Degree in Computer Science or related IT field OR
  • Microsoft Fundamentals or CompTIA certifications; OR
  • 2 years IT Help Desk support experience in a Windows Active Directory environment; OR
  • 2 years of experience in Windows Active Directory, network, IT operations, and IT hardware support.
Skill Sets Anticipated
  • Ability and knowledge to perform primary steady-state administration, monitoring of enterprise management systems, maintaining systems, troubleshooting issues, correcting problems, installing system security patches, patch management, hardware and software upgrades, data storage, data retrieval, backup job creation, backup job modification, backup job verification, data replication, system optimizations, updating documentation, and providing research assistance for problem resolution involving configuration issues or other conflicts.
  • Ability and knowledge to perform primary systems administration and support for systems and equipment in a Windows Active Directory environment, to include steady-state file print servers, domain controllers, applications servers, media storage systems, access control, hardware installations, wiring/cabling support, equipment rack re-locations, power source support, backup media rotations, installations/upgrades, OS configurations, problem resolution, system administration, data backup/recovery.
  • Expertise and technical proficiencies in providing steady-state support for deployed desktop and laptop images using enterprise-wide deployment techniques. Ability to execute routine updates to deployed systems. Experience in monitoring OS and security patching. Able to support routine software patch updates via a Desktop/Server enterprise management system such as BigFix and Microsoft SCCM. Able to leverage Printer and Multifunction printer enterprise management tools. Proficient background in administration, monitoring and steady-state maintenance support is required. Understanding of enterprise-level server and desktop systems and latest Microsoft Server technologies to include supporting deployed hardware and software. Ability to support steady-state enterprise-wide upgrades and changes to associated systems. Ability to monitor systems to ensure compliance with enterprise-wide standards.
  • Experience and knowledge monitoring, supporting and utilizing enterprise management applications and tools such as, but not limited to HP SIM, SolarWinds, CommVault, vCenter, NICE Vision Control Net, EVOIP Nagios monitoring, SCCM, SCSM, SCOM, Splunk, Cisco PRIME, Dell OpenManage Essentials, customized SharePoint sites.
  • Knowledge, expertise, and technical proficiencies providing steady-state support for an enterprise-wide Microsoft Active Directory infrastructure. Thorough understanding of enterprise-level server software including the latest Microsoft Server technologies to include associated hardware and software.
  • Ability to manage and perform enterprise-wide upgrades and changes systematically and regularly.
  • Ability to monitor systems for potential problems and resolve issues promptly. Ability to monitor systems and activities to ensure compliance with enterprise-wide standards. Ability to manage AD/DC components, such as DNS, Organizational Units, AD Sites and subnets, GPOs, ACLs, accounts/passwords, create accounts, disable accounts, delete accounts, add DC Groups, and perform system backup/recovery operations.
  • Ability and knowledge to perform secondary administration providing steady-state monitoring of systems, access control, hardware installations, wiring/cabling support, equipment rack re-locations, power source support, backup media rotations, etc. This assistance could also include installations/upgrades, OS configurations, problem resolution, and system administration or recovery with the direct guidance of the remote staff.
  • Knowledge and experience in supporting steady-state systems Backup, Restore, and Recovery procedures.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
A current / active Secret or Top Secret clearance is desired. The candidate can start work with an interim clearance but must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $53122 - $90306
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Associate's Degree in Computer Science or related IT field
  • Microsoft Fundamentals or CompTIA certification
  • 2 years IT Help Desk support experience in a Windows Active Directory environment
  • 2 years experience in Windows Active Directory, network, IT operations, and hardware support
  • Ability to obtain or possess a government security clearance (Secret or Top Secret preferred)
  • Onsite work in downtown Columbia, SC, 5 days per week
  • Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise monitoring and management tools (BigFix, SCCM, HP SIM, SolarWinds, vCenter, CommVault, SCOM, SCSM, Splunk, Cisco PRIME, Dell OpenManage)
  • Experience supporting VMware virtualization, Cisco networking, and Aruba wireless
  • Experience managing AD/DC components (DNS, OUs, Sites, GPOs, ACLs), account management, and backup/restore/recovery procedures

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials highlight multiple medical plan options with FSA/HSA eligibility, and a 2024 guide references company HSA contributions. Health coverage breadth is emphasized alongside additional wellbeing resources.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is available with employer contributions or match offered by some business units per plan supplements. Company‑paid basic life insurance at 2x base salary (up to $1M) provides added financial protection.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave can be used in addition to other leave programs, with adoption and surrogacy reimbursement available. Feedback suggests bonding leave is available for all parents with additional short‑term disability for birth recovery, though specifics vary by business unit and state.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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