• Junior Systems Administrator

    SAIC (Huntsville, AL)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking a **Junior System Administrator** in **Huntsville, AL** to perform system administration and other information technology activities in an engineering environment. The selected candidate will be assisting in hardware and software installation, configuration, troubleshooting, scanning, patching and backup of client servers/workstations. They will perform hardware upgrades, software upgrades, apply security patches, apply recommended operating system (OS) patches, test and install desktop software, add and remove user accounts, provide system performance tuning, and perform backups and restores.

     

    **Day-to-Day Responsibilities:** In this role, you will work directly in the office with another System Administrator as part of a collaborative team. You will play an essential part in performing routine system checks, applying updates, and helping maintain network security. Additionally, you will assist in providing technical support to users and documenting key procedures. While you’ll have plenty of independent tasks, you will also have a chance to learn from and collaborate with your senior colleague, ensuring a supportive and hands-on environment for growth and development.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, workstations, and networking equipment.

    + Perform system backups, restores, and disaster recovery operations.

    + Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve tickets in a timely manner.

    + Ensure all IT hardware and software are functioning correctly and support users with technical issues.

    + Perform routine security checks and help enforce IT policies, including password management and access control.

    + Assist with software updates, patches, and system upgrades.

    + Provide technical support to staff, including troubleshooting hardware/software issues.

    + Document IT procedures, processes, and configurations.

    Qualifications

    Education Requirements:

    + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) and two (2) years of experience in IT System Administration or a related technical role; Six (6) additional years' of related experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

    Clearance Requirements:

    + Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

    Required Skills:

    + Familiarity with Windows operating system.

    + DOD Computing Environment (CE) is required

    + Security+ is required

    Desired Qualifications/Skills:

    + Familiar with DoD STIGs

    + Familiar with ACAS scanning

    + Basic understanding of VMWare technology

    REQNUMBER: 2511160

    SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability