Systems Administrator

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to work in a team supporting our government customer. As a Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for providing excellent technical support to end-users, maintaining desktop systems, and ensuring the reliable operation of computer systems. You will work closely with both on-site and remote users to resolve issues, coordinate upgrades, and provide hands-on support for desktop environments.
Job Duties include:

• Independently develops technical solution for the management for software, hardware, configurations, and architecture. Provides interpretation to Systems matters that are moderately complex in nature.
• Provide troubleshooting support for systems hardware and software issues that are highly complex.
• Performs advance software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages.
• Applies advanced knowledge in monitoring and tuning the system to achieve optimum performance levels.
• Provides guidance to less experienced personnel on workstation/server data integrity matters and the implantation of standard software and hardware solutions.
• Leads complex data/media recoverability following a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.
• Evaluates and assesses existing systems and plans long term strategies.
• Configure and maintain networked computer system, including hardware, system software, and applications
• Conducts advanced to complex hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies and configurations guidelines.
• Recognized subject matter expert in job area typically through advanced education and work experience. Established operational plans. Manages large projects with limited oversight form manager.
• Strong written and verbal communication is imperative when dealing with technically minded employees and non-technical colleagues
• Train end-users on the proper use of hardware and software. May training large groups of end users.
• May coach and review the work of less-experienced professionals.
• May serve as a team or task leader (Not a people manager)

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
• TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly
• Must have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent
• ITIL v4 Foundation certification
• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
  • Thin Client using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Technology
  • Experience and/or knowledgeable with: Windows 11; Windows 10; Citrix; SMS; and SCCM
  • End User Hardware
    • Thin Client, Thick Monitors, KVM's, Printers, Plotters Print Server Configurations, VOIP phone,
  • Desktop Image Management
  • Home Directory and Profile Support Services
  • E-mail Support Services
  • Software Support Services
  • Experience and/or knowledgeable with; Windows 7; Windows 10; Win11 Citrix; SMS; and SCCM
• Excellent troubleshooting capabilities
• Strong communication skills
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Strong writing skills (consistently document work completed)
• Strong time management skills and ability to work flexible schedules to meet job requirements
• Ability to move and lift computers, printers, monitors, and other hardware
• Team player and willing to share knowledge and learn from others to ensure team's success
• Enthusiasm and ability to adapt to new and changing technologies

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of the Customer's processes and procedures and of the Customer's production systems a plus
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to function as a team member and independently
• Prefer skills in one or more of the following: Window Server, Red Hat, IRIX, Solaris, Sybase, Informix, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain
• Experience with trouble ticket software such as ServiceNOW

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.