Systems Administrator II

Vickers and Nolan Enterprises (VNE) is an engineering company that provides Government projects and programs with experienced and dedicated system architects, engineers, subject matter experts (in tactical intelligence), and program managers. VNE also develops training courses and tools to prepare warfighters to effectively employ tactical intelligence systems and provide management guidance to the Government organizations that develop these systems.

VNE has earned a reputation for exceptional performance, innovation, agility, and responsiveness in the Intelligence Community (IC). We attack our mission with a comprehensive understanding of the data available and required; skilled research, design, development, integration, and testing of systems and software solutions; expertise in cybersecurity/information assurance and technology; programmatic, acquisition, and logistics support know-how; and our own unique training curricula that enables students to excel at intelligence operations across all levels of the community.

VNE is devoted to improving tactical operations at home and abroad by enabling the seamless transition of data across the intelligence community and developing/integrating solutions to unify operations and intelligence.

VNE is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2004 in Stafford, VA.

VNE, LLC is looking for a TS/SCI Cleared Systems Administrator II

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's level degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems desired, may accept HS Diploma with additional years of experience.
• Security Certification
• Required to obtain one of these certifications while on contract if you don't have;

  Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

  Microsoft Certified IT Professional-Enterprise Administrator (MCITP-EA)

  Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

  Microsoft Certified IT Professional-Server Administrator (MCITP-SA)

  Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)

  LPIC-1: Junior Level Linux Professional

  LPIC-2: Advanced Level Linux Professional

  LPIC-3: Senior Level Linux Professional

  Unix

Experience:

• Account & Email Creation: Responsible for creating and managing user accounts and email addresses.
• Active Directory Management: Handle Active Directory tasks, including user management, group policy enforcement, and organizational unit (OU) structure.
• Network, Software, and Hardware Troubleshooting:
  • Submit port requests or configuration change requests.
  • Troubleshoot physical connections and hardware issues.
  • Provide basic helpdesk support for users.

• Trusted Agent (TA) Duties:
  • Responsible for resetting PINs or issuing tokens.

At least 3 years professional experience in systems administration

• TS/SCI level Clearance required.

Job Description:

The Systems Administrator administers and supports daily operational requirements of computer network systems including workstation, file servers, and web servers. Duties typically involve the installation of hardware, software, systems upgrades, network accounts, network security, and web page design, interface and updates, and local system design documentation. This administrator will maintain, troubleshoot, and implement network security tools including firewalls, anti-virus, and intrusion detection services. This Administrator trains staff on software applicable to their position, assists customers with information technology, monitors system configuration (hardware and software), and provides instruction on computers and applications.

Essential Duties of the Job:

• Ability to communicate task requirement information to client in a clear and concise manner.
• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time, as well as lead and participate in meetings and working groups.
• Requires visual acuity to use a keyboard.
• Must be able to attend work each day, during scheduled hours, unless on travel or approved time off.
• Ability to work on computer for long periods, and communicate with individuals by telephone, email and face-to-face

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to chemicals related to office equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (i.e. general office environment).

Benefits:

• 401 (K) w/ up to 3.5% Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Gym Membership (varies by location)
• Corporate-Sponsored Events