Description

SAIC is seeking to hire a Junior Systems Administrator with a strong background in VMWare and MS server support. The ideal candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. This position will support developing and maintaining mission-critical submarine communication systems for a DoD customer. The role involves ensuring the reliability and efficiency of these systems through hands-on technical expertise and effective problem-solving. This is an ONSITE role in San Diego, CA. Must be local to area.

JOB DUTIES:

• Providing network integration, configuration, and administration support.

• Testing, configuring, and documenting network systems.

• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that may arise during integration, implementation, and testing.

• Providing technical direction, guidance, and training to less experienced staff.

• Regularly interfacing with management, customers, and team members.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, with 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience in a closely related field.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must have an Active Secret clearance at start

• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance after start

• Must have a CompTIA Security + certification

• Completion of MS Windows (Windows Server 2008 or 2012 preferred) coursework is required (formal proctored test and registration with Microsoft not required).

• Eligible for DoD IAT Level 2 certification.

• MCITP (Enterprise Administrator or Server Administrator), MCSA, or MCSE certifications can substitute for the Windows Server certification.

• Cisco OS Certifications can substitute for MS certifications.

• Strong computer and networking skills with a working knowledge of current military and commercial standards and specifications.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• VMWare Certified Professional.

• Understanding of Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) for network equipment lockdown.

• Ability to maintain network compliance with NETSEC directives (IAVA, IAVM).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Experience with VMWare.

• Working knowledge of CISCO Networks and equipment for network and serial communications.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to establish equipment configurations to support operational requirements.

• Experience with firewall configuration.

• Experience with backup and restoring systems.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2503576

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