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.

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
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.