Amentum

Systems Administrator / Service Desk

Amentum$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in enterprise IT for systems administration or end-user support
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in Windows environments
  • Experience with VMware Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
  • Proficient in administering enterprise systems using Active Directory
  • Ability to create clear technical documentation and diagrams
  • Experience with ticketing systems like JIRA or ServiceNow
  • Required IAT certifications: Security+, CASP+, or CISSP; Vendor certifications to be achieved within 6 months of hire
  • Ability to work within classified enterprise networks

Responsibilities

  • Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems
  • Monitor and manage system resources for optimal performance
  • Perform systems security administration and user profile management
  • Install, configure, and maintain system-wide software and documentation
  • Provide Tier 1-2 support, distinguishing isolated issues from enterprise-wide problems
  • Support implementation and maintenance of IT systems across Windows and Linux
  • Work within a ticketing environment to track incidents and analyze trends
  • Collaborate with engineers on enterprise-wide deployments
  • Install and troubleshoot various IT equipment and software
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including system diagrams

Benefits

  • Opportunities for training in new technologies
  • Support for technical growth within a collaborative team
  • Onsite work with occasional travel
  • Stable work schedule of 8 hours per day, 5 days a week
  • Engagement in innovative problem-solving initiatives
Full Job Description
Purpose and Impact:

Come be a part of an exciting and ever-changing program that provides a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art solutions and hands-on assistance in designing, implementing, managing, and sustaining operations across various network environments for our customer.

We provide an environment that fosters and supports innovation and valuing "outside-the-box" thinking to solve complex problems. There are several training opportunities for team members that want to learn new technologies and stay current with their technical skillset. We are a highly technical group and nurture growth, with a technical culture of cross-trained teammates with opportunities to develop additional skillsets.

Work Schedule: 8hrs/day, 5days per week, all onsite. Occasional Thursday evening patching (starting at 5 PM). Occasional travel will be available.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems in coordination with systems and network engineering teams.
  • Monitor and manage system resources (CPU, disk, memory, response times) to ensure optimal performance.
  • Perform systems security administration, including account creation, user profile management, workstation/server imaging, and access control across multiple networks.
  • Install, configure, and maintain system-wide software; set up administrator accounts; maintain system documentation; and tune system performance.
  • Provide Tier 1-2 support to users, distinguishing isolated issues from enterprise-wide problems.
  • Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems across Windows and Linux environments.
  • Work within a JIRA ticketing environment to track incidents, collect data, analyze trends, and implement solutions.
  • Diagnose customer issues, initiate repairs or returns, and document recurring problems with recommended preventive actions.
  • Collaborate with systems and network engineers on enterprise-wide deployments and technology rollouts.
  • Install and troubleshoot workstations, thin clients, applications, printers, scanners, phones, and other IT equipment.
  • Provide backup recovery support and make recommendations for hardware/software purchases.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including logical and physical diagrams.


Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Standard Work Environment

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • 4+ years of experience in an enterprise IT environment performing systems administration and/or end-user support
  • Experience imaging and deploying Windows servers and/or workstations
  • Strong troubleshooting experience in Windows environments
  • Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), specifically VMware
  • Experience administering enterprise systems using Active Directory and related administrative tools
  • Ability to create clear technical documentation and diagrams
  • Strong communication skills and customer-focused troubleshooting ability
  • Experience with ticketing systems (Jira, ServiceNow, etc.)
  • Experience working within classified enterprise networks
  • Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate technically with peers
  • Required IAT Certs: one or more of the following: Security+, SecurityX (CASP+), or CISSP
  • Required Vendor Cert: one or more of the following: Microsoft, VMWare, Cisco, Netapp, Pure Storage, HP, Dell, Linux+, RedHat. If not currently achieved, then must achieve within 6 months of hire


Security Clearance Required:
  • TS/SCI


Minimum Years of Experience:
  • 4+


Required Certifications:
  • Required IAT Certs: one or more of the following: Security+, SecurityX (CASP+), CISSP
  • Required Vendor Cert: one or more of the following: Microsoft, VMWare, Cisco, Netapp, Pure Storage, HP, Dell, Linux+, RedHat. If not currently achieved, then must achieve within 6 months of hire


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Prior Military experience


This position is not designated as a safety sensitive position.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

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About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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