User Computing Administrator I

CNA•Arlington, VA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

CNA is hiring for a User Computing Administrator I position that is responsible for performing routine user support tasks, as assigned, and using best practices for both classified and unclassified end user computing environments. The position assists with the deployment and maintenance of the user equipment as assigned. The position participates in projects performing tasks according to plan and schedule. While work will be completed without assistance, most tasks are assigned by supervision with guidance readily available for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience required
Security+ or other approved DoD 8570 IAT II security certification required or ability to achieve within 6 months of hire
3 years of user support or equivalent experience required
Strong interpersonal skills are required for interfacing with department members, internal customers, and vendor representatives
Good information organization skills
Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate documentation and provide training
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work well with others
Excellent customer service skills
Willingness to work and stay current with new technologies and work additional hours when required
Good oral and written communications skills
Technical skills including basic understanding of standard desktop operating systems (Windows, Mac, etc.), and standard desktop applications (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
Basic understanding & application of desktop imaging software
Basic level Active Directory knowledge
Able to lift 30 lbs. (e.g. computer and AV equipment)
Able to walk (to end user stations) and bend (to install and connect equipment)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Security+ or other approved DoD 8570 IAT II security certification within 6 months of hiring
U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring access to classified information.

Responsibilities

Resolves end user support requests related to the user computing environment in accordance with established best practices and procedures.
Diagnoses and solves operating system, network and application problems with user computing environments.
Assists with maintenance of user computing training materials and systems documentation for educating end users and new IT staff.
Documents resolution of requests in the ticketing system software.
Provides AV support as needed.
Assists with the deployment of desktops, laptops, thin clients, printers, scanners and other end user equipment, including configuration of hardware and operating systems as well as installation of standard and custom applications in accordance with established best practices and procedures.
Ensures proper licensing is in place for all software installed.
Assists with the maintenance of images for desktop and laptop systems.
Assists with monitoring and testing of system performance.
Maintains current knowledge of user computing technology.
Assists in maintaining the security of the user computing environment based on established procedures and IT Security guidiance.
Reviews and deploys new Windows service packs, hot fixes, system updates, and other vendor-supplied patches according to best practices.
Implements and executes corporate-wide anti-malware plan, updating security software through automated and manual means on a regular basis or as needed.
Participates as a team member with management, other team members, and end-users on projects; executes project tasks according to plan and schedule.
Performs other duties as assigned.