Systems Administrator/IT Generalist

ValidaTek, Inc.Arlington, VA
7d$110,000 - $150,000Hybrid

About The Position

This role requires an active Top Secret Clearance for consideration We are seeking a talented Systems Administrator/IT Generalist who will provide hands-on technical support for a mission-critical DISA program supporting operations within the Pentagon. This role is highly customer-facing and requires strong technical breadth across systems administration, video teleconferencing (VTC), telecommunications, end-user computing, and peripheral device support. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills who can operate effectively in a secure, high-visibility environment.

Requirements

  • Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • 5–8 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or IT generalist roles.
  • Strong hands-on experience supporting VTC systems and conference room technologies.
  • Working knowledge of:
  • Windows 10/11 and Windows Server environments
  • Active Directory and basic Group Policy
  • VoIP and telecom systems
  • IT peripherals and endpoint hardware
  • Experience supporting users in secure government or DoD environments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer-service mindset.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-security environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience supporting DISA or Pentagon-based programs.
  • Familiarity with classified IT systems and secure communications environments.
  • Knowledge of DoD ITIL-based service management processes.
  • Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy).
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification.
  • Exposure to audio/visual (A/V) integration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day Tier II/III systems and end-user support for classified and unclassified environments.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for customer-facing IT support, including senior military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
  • Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain:
  • Video Teleconferencing (VTC) systems (e.g., Cisco, Poly, Crestron, Teams Rooms, classified VTC)
  • Telecommunications equipment (VoIP phones, conference phones, headsets)
  • End-user devices and peripherals (workstations, laptops, printers, scanners, webcams, monitors)
  • Support conference rooms and briefing spaces, including pre-meeting setup, live support, and rapid issue resolution.
  • Perform Windows system administration tasks including user account management, group policies, patching, and system hardening.
  • Assist with network connectivity troubleshooting (LAN/WAN, VLANs, ports, basic routing/switching concepts).
  • Coordinate with DISA service providers, vendors, and internal engineering teams to resolve escalated issues.
  • Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, STIGs, RMF controls, and audit requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, asset tracking, and configuration records.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and provide support during mission-critical events as required.
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