IT Integrator
About The Position
SAIC is seeking an IT Integrator to support innovative space programs in Chantilly, Virginia. The position is integrated into a Government-led Program Office team and requires full-time on-site work. The IT Integrator helps ensure reliable and secure operation of the organization’s computer systems, servers, and IT infrastructure while providing support to senior-level Government staff in a fast-paced acquisition environment. The role covers server and system management, user and account administration, security and patching, backups and disaster recovery, troubleshooting, hardware lifecycle oversight, and network operations. Responsibilities include managing physical or cloud-based servers and operating systems; configuring and maintaining network equipment across LANs and WANs; monitoring network traffic and performance; assisting with firewalls, VPNs, permissions, and security controls; and providing technical support to teammates. SAIC describes the work as part of a mission-driven satellite program supporting national defense priorities. The team values adaptability, initiative, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and collaboration. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance and CompTIA Network+ certification.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and five or more years of experience, or a master’s degree and three or more years of experience, or a Ph.D. and zero years of related experience.
- Knowledge of network types and configuration, including LANs, WANs, and VPNs.
- Understanding of network security components, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control.
- Familiarity with upgrading and configuring servers.
- CompTIA Network+ certification required.
- TS/SCI clearance required.
- Ability to communicate with decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
- Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment with no supervision.
Nice To Haves
- CompTIA Security+ certification preferred.
- CISSP certification desired.
- Previous SAP experience desired.
- Experience as a USAF/USSF acquisition officer (AFSC 63A), civil engineer officer (AFSC 32E), or developmental engineer (AFSC 62E) leading satellite programs in USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management is identified as especially relevant.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and manage physical or cloud-based servers.
- Create and manage user accounts, assign network permissions and access rights, and handle employee onboarding or offboarding.
- Oversee software updates, firewall management, security-threat monitoring, and enforcement of local security and data-usage policies.
- Plan, execute, and test data backups and redundancy procedures to help prevent data loss during system failures or cyberattacks.
- Provide technical support, resolve hardware or network bottlenecks, and address issues submitted through help desk tickets.
- Handle procurement, deployment, maintenance, retirement, and inventory of organization hardware.
- Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of physical and virtual networking equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, access points, and cabling across LANs and WANs.
- Monitor network traffic, identify bottlenecks, analyze server or router logs, and resolve connectivity issues before they disrupt operations.
- Assist with firewall rules and VPN setup, assign user permissions, and defend against common cyber threats.
- Oversee software upgrades, security patches, network backups, and maintenance or replacement of aging hardware.
- Provide troubleshooting assistance and technical support to teammates experiencing network or connection problems.
- Support the Government program office team and provide support to senior-level Government staff.
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Job Type
Full-time
