Empower AI

Senior Systems Administrator (Lead)

Empower AI$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance at time of award.
  • Demonstrated leadership of IT support teams in classified environments.
  • Expert knowledge in Active Directory, VMware, and multi-classification systems.
  • Strong customer service skills in mission-critical IT support.
  • Proven problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and spoken.
  • Strong self-motivation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the OMC MCDO IT Support Team at CG1.
  • Direct the work of IT Support Technicians and systems administrators.
  • Independently lead ISSO ATO tasks including DISA STIG implementation.
  • Administer Microsoft Active Directory and manage GPOs.
  • Oversee data backup and restoration capabilities for multiple networks.
  • Develop performance measurements and provide feedback to team members.
  • Coordinate with IT leadership to resolve complex incidents.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Support for continuing education and certification programs.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology and infrastructure.
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsibilities

Position Overview

As the OMC Senior Systems Administrator (Lead), you will act as a model of customer service excellence to all organizational staff members in the 6.14.12 Office of Military Commissions Dedicated Support (OPTIONAL) as part of DISA6E J6 Service Delivery contract. You willbe responsible forleading the OMC MCDO IT Support Team at CG1, managing systems administrators, directing OM for NIPR, SIPR, JWICS, and SAP infrastructure, and overseeing ATO compliance and team performance in support of approximately 400 OMC users. In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Empower AI6s mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments.

The primary duty of this position is management of the OMC MCDO IT Support Team: customarily andregularly leadingand directing IT Support Technicians and systems administrators; independently exercising authority on performance management, ATO compliance, STIG implementation, Active Directory administration, and all OM activities. The candidate applies highly specialized senior-level systems administrationexpertiseto lead complex infrastructure operations and exercises significant independent judgment on matters of technical and operational significance.

Primary Duty 6 OMC IT Team Leadership, Systems Administration Authority, and Independent Judgment

  • Leads and manages the OMC MCDO IT Support Team at CG1; customarily and regularly directs the work of IT Support Technicians and systems administrators; creates and manages work schedules, tracks daily attendance, and independently assesses staff performance, conducts reviews, andfacilitatesprofessional development.
  • Independently leads ISSO ATO tasks including DISA STIG implementation, RMF security scan responses, and ATO remediation with DISA and DIA; conducts planning, implementation, validation, and verification of all server system upgrades, patches, and STIGs to meet ATO requirements.
  • Leads OM support for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS system infrastructure (400 users) and SAP domain, storage, SQL database, workstation, and printer infrastructure (150 users); administers andmaintainsMicrosoft Active Directory and GPOs.
  • Leads data backup and restoration capabilities and DFS-R replication of network file share volumes between NCR and NSGB locations; independently implements andmaintainsenterprise knowledge base leveraging KM best practices.
  • Develops performance measurementsutilizingthe service desk platform; provides feedback to team members on customer service and technical skills; utilizes ITIL best practices to enhance services.
  • Coordinates with OMC IT leadership and JSP to resolve complex infrastructureincidents;independentlydeterminesescalation paths and corrective actions for the most complex OMC IT issues.

Highlights of Responsibilities

In fulfillment of the primary duty described above, and in performance of PWS Section 6.14.12 task requirements, the candidateis responsible for:

  • Leading and managing a team of IT Support Technicians, providing technical direction and performance oversight for OMC system users.
  • Creating and managing work schedules, tracking daily attendance, and developing initiatives to improve OMC Service Center operations.
  • Developing performance measurementsutilizingthe service desk platform and providing feedback to team members on customer service and technical skills.
  • Implementing andmaintainingan enterprise knowledge base leveraging knowledge management best practices.
  • Assessing staff performance, conducting reviews, andfacilitatingprofessional and technical development opportunities for the team.
  • Utilizing ITIL best practices to enhance andoptimizeservices provided to OMC end users.
  • Leading OM support for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS system infrastructure supporting approximately 400 users.
  • Leading OM support for Special Access System (SAP) domain, storage, SQL database, workstation, and printer infrastructure supporting approximately 150 users.
  • Administering andmaintainingthe Microsoft Active Directory environment, ensuring stability, security, and performance.
  • Managing Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security policies and configurations.
  • Leading ISSO ATO tasks including DISA STIG implementation, RMF security scan responses, and ATO remediation with DISA and DIA.
  • Leading data backup and restoration capabilities for NIPR, SIPR, JWICS, and Special Access Systems.
  • Leading replication of network file share volumes via DFS-R between NCR and NSGB locations.
  • Conducting planning, implementation, validation, and verification of all server system upgrades, patches, and STIGs to meet ATO requirements.
  • Coordinating with OMC IT leadership and JSP to resolve complex infrastructure incidents and implement approved changes.
  • Additionalduties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance at time of award.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and direct the work of IT Support Technicians and systems administrators; customarily and regularly directing the work of two or more employees in a TS/SCI classified IT environment.
  • Expert-level knowledge of enterprise systems administration including Microsoft Active Directory, GPOs, VMware virtualization, DISA STIGs, RMF, and multi-classificationNIPR/SIPR/JWICS/SAP infrastructure.
  • Strong customer service orientation withdemonstratedexperience in mission-critical or classified IT support environments.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
  • Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
  • Ability to conduct research into PC and software issues and products asrequired.
  • Highly self-motivated and directed; capable of operating with minimal supervision.
  • Keen attention to detail and rigorous documentation standards consistent with DoD compliance requirements.
  • Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

Education and Experience Required:

  • Required Education: Master6s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent combination of vendor certification (including vendor certification in the technology being applied) and directly relevant professional experience accepted in lieu of degree.
  • Required Experience: 15 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in enterprise systems administration, team leadership, and multi-classificationnetwork operations.
  • Prior experience supporting a DoD or J6 or OMC customer environment is strongly preferred.
  • Required Certifications: ITIL v4 Foundations, CompTIA Security+ (or higher DoD 81409approved certification), VMware Certified Professional (VCP) 6 relevant track (e.g., VCP-DCV, VCP-VCF), Microsoft Certification (one required):

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/801)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Equivalent Microsoft role-based certification aligned to server, infrastructure, or identity management

Physical Requirements

The essential physical functions below are incidental to the primary duties of this position and are performed in furtherance of the responsibilities describedherein:

  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods in a professional office or secure facility environment.
  • Ability to ambulate throughout office buildings and secure facilities.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl asrequiredto access equipment in confined spaces.
  • Abilityto repeatedlylift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.

About Empower AI

Empower AI is a privately held company that develops artificial intelligence software for the healthcare industry. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Empower AI's software uses machine learning algorithms to analyze medical data and provide insights to healthcare providers. The company's software is designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. Empower AI has approximately 50 employees and operates in the United States.
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