Associate Systems Administrator

Amentum•McLean, VA

About The Position

Amentum is looking for an Associate System Administrator to join our team in McLean, VA ! The Associate System Administrator: Defines, designs and implements network communications and solution improvements. Proposes and implements system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the system. Manages the load configuration of a central data communication processor and makes recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks. Coordinates terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing. Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirement. Negotiates and places orders with common carriers. Must have an Active Top Secret/SCI US Government clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Responsibilities: Maintain data files and control procedures for a system of networked computers or for a single group of microcomputers linked to a host workstation, or mainframe. Work closely with business teams to understand business processes and translate those processes into application workflows. Assist with implementation testing and projects Research, diagnose, troubleshoot and identify solutions to resolve customer issues related to application use, design and configuration Ensure that all accounts are created accurately and within a timely manner Incident monitoring and reporting Work with product vendor to resolve application issues as needed Comply with all policies and standards Support senior system administrators in identifying and resolving issues within an IT organization's computer system Establish user accounts, grant access to the organization's intranet, and manage file servers Oversee IT administration activities Troubleshoot issues with various windows and web application Install and configure servers, manage user accounts Assist the more experienced system administrators in identifying any problems that may occur in the computer system of an IT organization Provide technical support and develop training for their staff on the proper use of applications Conduct equipment inventory and update equipment list with inventory findings Install and test software installs Assist System administrators in other projects Record-keeping on IT equipment Remove and replace cubical IT equipment in preparation of office remodifications Computer builds Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in MIS, Computer Science, Information Technology
4+ years of relevant experience with Associates degree; 0-2 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree
Ability to balance and prioritize workloads
Knowledge of Active Directory
Experience gathering business requirements
Excellent oral/written communications skills
Ability to work in a team environment with multiple organizations
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office products
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Must have an Active Top Secret/SCI US Government clearance.
Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Maintain data files and control procedures for a system of networked computers or for a single group of microcomputers linked to a host workstation, or mainframe.
Work closely with business teams to understand business processes and translate those processes into application workflows.
Assist with implementation testing and projects
Research, diagnose, troubleshoot and identify solutions to resolve customer issues related to application use, design and configuration
Ensure that all accounts are created accurately and within a timely manner
Incident monitoring and reporting
Work with product vendor to resolve application issues as needed
Comply with all policies and standards
Support senior system administrators in identifying and resolving issues within an IT organization's computer system
Establish user accounts, grant access to the organization's intranet, and manage file servers
Oversee IT administration activities
Troubleshoot issues with various windows and web application
Install and configure servers, manage user accounts
Assist the more experienced system administrators in identifying any problems that may occur in the computer system of an IT organization
Provide technical support and develop training for their staff on the proper use of applications
Conduct equipment inventory and update equipment list with inventory findings
Install and test software installs
Assist System administrators in other projects
Record-keeping on IT equipment
Remove and replace cubical IT equipment in preparation of office remodifications
Computer builds
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.
Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.
Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.