IT Support & Systems Administrator

Expedition Technology•Herndon, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Expedition Technology is seeking an IT Support & Systems Administrator to provide hands-on technical support to employees and help maintain the day-to-day corporate IT environment. The position combines end-user support with systems administration and involves troubleshooting macOS and Linux/Ubuntu environments, as well as office, lab, device, and collaboration technology. The role supports employee onboarding and devices, conference-room technology, business applications, Linux workstations and on-premises lab/server systems, and selected unclassified technology used within the SCIF. The successful candidate should be able to diagnose issues independently, document solutions, and escalate specialized security, network, or infrastructure matters when appropriate. Expedition Technology (EXP) designs, develops, and delivers solutions for the defense and intelligence communities, using machine learning, artificial intelligence, advanced algorithms, platforms, and technologies to address C4ISR challenges. The company describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, with opportunities for individual growth and creative problem-solving. EXP is headquartered in Northern Virginia’s high-tech corridor and is a rapidly growing, privately held company.

Requirements

3–5 years of relevant experience in IT support, desktop support, systems administration, or a blended support/administrator role.
Hands-on experience supporting macOS and Linux/Ubuntu endpoints; Windows experience is beneficial.
Practical knowledge of laptop provisioning, software installation, basic account/access troubleshooting, printers, peripherals, and end-user applications.
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Working knowledge of Linux administration and troubleshooting for workstations or servers.
Ability to explain technical issues clearly, prioritize competing requests, document work, and follow problems through resolution.
Ability to work on-site as needed to support physical devices, office technology, lab/server-room equipment, and SCIF-related unclassified systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting conference-room audio/visual systems, Teams Rooms, Polycom devices, room schedulers, or digital signage.
Experience with on-premises Linux servers, network-attached storage, lab environments, or small-office networking.
Experience in a government-contracting, cleared, engineering, or research-and-development environment.
Active U.S. security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain the clearance required for assigned work.
Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+, or an equivalent vendor credential.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary internal contact for day-to-day hardware, software, account, printing, and connectivity issues.
Prepare and configure laptops for new employees, with an emphasis on macOS and Ubuntu systems.
Troubleshoot common macOS and Linux/Ubuntu issues, including disk unlock or decryption, boot failures, printing, software installation, and peripheral problems.
Support employee applications and collaboration tools, including Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.
Track issues through resolution, communicate status to users, and create or improve support documentation for recurring problems.
Troubleshoot Polycom and Microsoft Teams room technology, room schedulers, and A/V systems.
Monitor and troubleshoot unclassified VOIP phone systems, including systems located within the SCIF.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors when hardware repair, warranty service, replacement, or specialized support is required.
Provide basic support for low-side Ubuntu workstations, including disk decryption and approved software installation, when clearance and access requirements are met.
Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based on-premises servers and systems in shared lab/server rooms, including rack-mounted servers, connected storage devices, lab machines, and associated networking.
Perform routine systems-administration activities appropriate to the environment, such as system health checks, patching coordination, access support, storage monitoring, and issue triage.
Partner with technical staff on issues requiring deeper infrastructure, security, cloud, or network expertise.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
11 paid holidays and up to 34 days of PTO.
401(k) contributions of up to 12%, including a 3% safe harbor, 6% match, and up to 3% additional as profit sharing.
Option to reallocate a portion of 401(k) match funds to repay student loans.
Paid parental leave: six weeks for the primary caregiver and two weeks for the secondary caregiver.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year.
Referral bonus program.
Free tickets to sporting events, theater, concerts, and other entertainment.
Onsite fitness center, active workstations with treadmill and bike desks, and cafeteria with reduced-cost options.
Collaborative, creative, and supportive work culture.